2022 Land Rover Defender S D Mhev Auto MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Defender S D Mhev Auto models manufactured in 2022, based on 57 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2022 Land Rover Defender S D Mhev Auto vintage page → (86.0% current pass rate)2022 Land Rover Defender S D Mhev Auto MOT Analysis
The 2022 Land Rover Defender S D Mhev Auto has an MOT pass rate of 86.0% based on 57 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 24,947 miles on the odometer. With a 14.0% failure rate, the 2022 Defender S D Mhev Auto is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2022 Land Rover Defender S D Mhev Auto is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 14.0% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Non-component advisories is the second most common issue at 7.0%.
Top failures specific to 2022 models only. The overall Defender S D Mhev Auto page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 14.0% | 8 |
| 2 | Non-component Advisories | 7.0% | 4 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 24,947 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 5.63 | 14.0% | 8 |
| Non-component advisories | 2.81 | 7.0% | 4 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2022 Land Rover Defender S D Mhev Auto has an MOT pass rate of 86.0% based on 57 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 24,947 miles on the odometer. With a 14.0% failure rate, the 2022 Defender S D Mhev Auto is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2022 Land Rover Defender S D Mhev Auto, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With relatively low average mileage of 24,947 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 14.0% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 14.0% of MOT failures on 2022 Land Rover Defender S D Mhev Auto models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Non-component advisories — 7.0% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 7.0% of MOT failures on 2022 Land Rover Defender S D Mhev Auto models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.