2022 Skoda Fabia — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 7,734 MOT tests, the 2022 Skoda Fabia recorded a 94.0% pass rate. Superminis of a similar age fail at 6.9%, so the 2022 Fabia sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.3%) and lighting & signalling (2.5%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, wipers and washers — headlamp aim alone was recorded 213 times.
A 60-90k example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 12.5% versus 5.1%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 21.3% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.3% | 258 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.5% | 192 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.7% | 129 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.9% | 66 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.8% | 58 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.5% | 36 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 213 |
| 2 | Wipers | 89 |
| 3 | Washers | 54 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 53 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 45 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 39 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 21.3% | 1,645 |
| 2 | Brakes | 6.3% | 484 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.1% | 315 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.9% | 151 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.5% | 113 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 28 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 6,414 | 5.1% |
| 30-60k | 1,215 | 10.1% |
| 60-90k | 88 | 12.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 204 | 1.5% |
| 2025 | 7,519 | 6.1% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Fabia
On a 2022 Fabia, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 3.3% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (3.3% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (2.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (1.7% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Skoda Fabias pass their MOT?
94.0% of the 7,734 2022 Skoda Fabia MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Skoda Fabia?
Tyres, recorded in 3.3% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.5%).
Does the 2022 Fabia get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.1% in the 0-30k band to 12.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 7,734 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.