2022 Kia Stonic 2 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,821 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Kia Stonic 2, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 17.8% in the 60-90k group versus 6.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.7% | 67 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.0% | 54 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.8% | 51 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.9% | 34 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 1.8% | 32 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.3% | 6 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 41 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 38 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 38 |
| 4 | Catalyst emissions | 26 |
| 5 | Washers | 20 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 14 |
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 | 12.6% | 230 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.9% | 198 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.5% | 118 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.4% | 43 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 12 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.5% | 10 |
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 | 1,278 | 6.7% |
| 30-60k | 496 | 14.7% |
| 60-90k | 45 | 17.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 109 | 11.0% |
| 2025 | 1,711 | 9.1% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Stonic 2
Before buying a 2022 Kia Stonic 2, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.7% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.7% 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 (3.0% 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 (2.8% 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 Kia Stonic 2s pass their MOT?
90.8% of the 1,821 2022 Kia Stonic 2 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Kia Stonic 2?
Tyres, recorded in 3.7% of tests, followed by visibility (3.0%).
Does the 2022 Stonic 2 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.7% in the 0-30k band to 17.8% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,821 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.