Land Rover Defender Hard Top D MHEV Auto (2022)
2022 Land Rover Defender Hard Top D MHEV Auto
CarHunch analysed 801 real MOT records for the 2022 Land Rover Defender Hard Top D MHEV Auto. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2022 Defender Hard Top diesel is reliably passing its MOTs at 89.9%, well above the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects are rare at just 1.2% of vehicles—a strong safety record that should reassure potential buyers. The ultra-low failure rate of 0.08 per vehicle indicates these engines and drivetrains are holding up well under real-world use.
At 30,406 miles median, these vehicles are still relatively fresh, so their strong pass rate reflects genuine design competence rather than an easy test window. The modest 0.4 advisories per vehicle signals good build quality, though you should still get a pre-purchase inspection to catch any minor wear items before they escalate.
What to check before buying a 2022 Land Rover Defender Hard Top D MHEV Auto
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 796 | 89.9% | 0.08 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (0%) | 2 | 75% | 0.5 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
| Electric Diesel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2022 Land Rover Defender Hard Top D MHEV Auto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2022 Land Rover Defender Hard Top D MHEV Auto vehicles fall between 21,242 and 42,286 miles.
MOT History Averages
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