Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 E Max Lb1?

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 E Max Lb1?

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 E Max Lb1?

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 E Max Lb1 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 316 vehicles, the 2022 E Max Lb1 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.1%, 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 E Max Lb1?

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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E Max Lb1 (2022)

316 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.1% first-time pass rate

2022 E Max Lb1

CarHunch analysed 316 real MOT records for the 2022 E Max Lb1. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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AI Analysis Reliability Overview Check a Specific Reg Buyer's Checklist Pass Rate by Fuel Mileage Distribution MOT Averages Colour Breakdown Compare Models

Moderate sample. 316 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2022 E-MAX LB1 shows a puzzling first-time pass rate of 59.4%, well below the UK average of 80%, though dangerous defects are rare at 3.5%. The electric variants in this sample tell a strange story: 206 electric vehicles passed at 91.1%, while another 110 recorded 0.0%, suggesting a data quality issue that makes the overall verdict unreliable.

At just under 17,000 miles median, these cars are lightly used for their age, yet they're still racking up failures—averaging 0.11 per vehicle and 0.2 advisories each, which is higher than you'd expect for low-mileage two-year-olds. Before committing to a 2022 E-MAX LB1, get a trusted mechanic's inspection and ask the seller for full service records, as the conflicting MOT results suggest either maintenance gaps or inconsistent test recording.

The 2022 E Max Lb1 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (91.1% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

91.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.11

Over 1.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

17k

Middle half: 11k–22k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91.1% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 316 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 316 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.5% 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Electric (65%)	206	91.1%	0.17
Electric (35%)	110	—	0

Colour Breakdown

Based on 376 E Max Lb1 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Orange 66.2%

249

White 33.8%

127

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 E Max Lb1 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.

16,972

typical

11,130

low mileage

22,017

high mileage

Half of all 2022 E Max Lb1 vehicles fall between 11,130 and 22,017 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 11,130 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.

✓ 11,130–22,017 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 E Max Lb1s sit.

⚠ Over 29,722 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

1.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.11

Avg failures per vehicle

0.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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