2022 Toyota Yaris Cross Hev Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,301 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Toyota Yaris Cross Hev Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, visibility and tyres. Its pass rate of 96.7% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 8.1% in the 60-90k group versus 2.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 2.4% | 104 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.2% | 96 |
| 3 | Tyres | 1.8% | 76 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.6% | 26 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.2% | 8 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.1% | 6 |
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 | 168 |
| 2 | Wipers | 68 |
| 3 | Washers | 46 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 31 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 14 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 7 |
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 | 12.7% | 548 |
| 2 | Suspension | 5.2% | 222 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.8% | 208 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.2% | 94 |
| 5 | Brakes | 2.1% | 89 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 15 |
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 | 3,151 | 2.7% |
| 30-60k | 1,059 | 4.7% |
| 60-90k | 86 | 8.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 213 | 2.4% |
| 2025 | 4,081 | 3.4% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Yaris Cross Hev Auto
Before buying a 2022 Toyota Yaris Cross Hev Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 2.4% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (2.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (2.2% 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.
- Tyres (1.8% 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 Toyota Yaris Cross Hev Autos pass their MOT?
96.7% of the 4,301 2022 Toyota Yaris Cross Hev Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 3.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Toyota Yaris Cross Hev Auto?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 2.4% of tests, followed by visibility (2.2%).
Does the 2022 Yaris Cross Hev Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 2.7% in the 0-30k band to 8.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,301 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.