2022 Kia Stonic Gt-Line Isg Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,499 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Kia Stonic Gt-Line Isg Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, lighting & signalling and tyres. Its pass rate of 95.4% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 2.9% | 44 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.1% | 31 |
| 3 | Tyres | 1.5% | 22 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.3% | 20 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 5 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.2% | 3 |
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 | Headlamp aim | 35 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 20 |
| 4 | Washers | 12 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 11 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 11 |
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 | 11.9% | 179 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.5% | 113 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.5% | 82 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.8% | 42 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 1.0% | 15 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 6 |
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 | 1,070 | 3.2% |
| 30-60k | 418 | 7.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 82 | 4.9% |
| 2025 | 1,415 | 4.6% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Stonic Gt-Line Isg Mhev
Before buying a 2022 Kia Stonic Gt-Line Isg Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 2.9% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (2.9% 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 (2.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (1.5% 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.
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 Gt-Line Isg Mhevs pass their MOT?
95.4% of the 1,499 2022 Kia Stonic Gt-Line Isg Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Kia Stonic Gt-Line Isg Mhev?
Visibility, recorded in 2.9% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.1%).
Does the 2022 Stonic Gt-Line Isg Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.2% in the 0-30k band to 7.9% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,499 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.