2022 Toyota Corolla Gr Hev Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,816 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Toyota Corolla Gr Hev Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 95.4% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 13.3% in the 90-120k group versus 3.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.6% | 139 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.5% | 96 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 56 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.2% | 8 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.2% | 7 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.1% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 91 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 52 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 44 |
| 4 | Washers | 25 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 14 |
| 6 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 8 |
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 | 18.7% | 714 |
| 2 | Other defects | 4.0% | 154 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.0% | 154 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.6% | 98 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 16 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.4% | 14 |
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 | 2,714 | 3.6% |
| 30-60k | 937 | 6.6% |
| 60-90k | 132 | 7.6% |
| 90-120k | 30 | 13.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 3,752 | 4.7% |
| Hybrid | 64 | 0.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 51 | 0.0% |
| 2024 | 235 | 4.7% |
| 2025 | 3,517 | 4.7% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Corolla Gr Hev Cvt
Before buying a 2022 Toyota Corolla Gr Hev Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.6% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.6% 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.
- Visibility (2.5% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£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 Toyota Corolla Gr Hev Cvts pass their MOT?
95.4% of the 3,816 2022 Toyota Corolla Gr Hev Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Toyota Corolla Gr Hev Cvt?
Tyres, recorded in 3.6% of tests, followed by visibility (2.5%).
Does the 2022 Corolla Gr Hev Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.6% in the 0-30k band to 13.3% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,816 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.