Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Askoll 02 Espro 70?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Askoll 02 Espro 70?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Askoll 02 Espro 70?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Askoll 02 Espro 70 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 168 vehicles, the 2022 Askoll 02 Espro 70 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 98.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Askoll 02 Espro 70?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Askoll 02 Espro 70 (2022)

168 real MOT outcomes analysed • 98.7% first-time pass rate

2022 Askoll 02 Espro 70

CarHunch analysed 168 real MOT records for the 2022 Askoll 02 Espro 70. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 ASKOLL 02 ESPRO 70 is significantly more reliable than average UK vehicles, with an 89.9% first-time pass rate well above the 80% national baseline—and the electric version pushes this even higher at 98.7%, making it exceptionally dependable. The dangerous defect rate of just 1.2% is reassuringly low, so safety concerns are minimal across this cohort.

These vehicles are running at modest mileage (14,047 miles median for their age), and the tiny 0.03 average failures per test combined with just one advisory per vehicle indicates minimal wear or component issues developing. If you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection is still sensible given the low carhunch_score of 55, but focus your attention on cosmetic condition and battery health rather than mechanical reliability.

We have limited data for the 2022 Askoll 02 Espro 70 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

98.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

1.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.03

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

14k

Middle half: 10k–17k

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These stats describe 168 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 168 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Electric (91%)	153	98.7%	0.03

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Askoll 02 Espro 70 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

14,047

typical

10,425

low mileage

17,213

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Askoll 02 Espro 70 vehicles fall between 10,425 and 17,213 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 10,425 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 10,425–17,213 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Askoll 02 Espro 70s sit.

⚠ Over 23,237 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.03

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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