Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Land Rover Defender Hdtp Xdyn Hse Dmhev A?

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 Land Rover Defender Hdtp Xdyn Hse Dmhev A?

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 Land Rover Defender Hdtp Xdyn Hse Dmhev A?

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.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Land Rover Defender Hdtp Xdyn Hse Dmhev A?

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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Land Rover Defender Hdtp Xdyn Hse Dmhev A (2022)

Q: Is the 2022 Land Rover Defender Hdtp Xdyn Hse Dmhev A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 126 vehicles, the 2022 Land Rover Defender Hdtp Xdyn Hse Dmhev A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

126 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.4% first-time pass rate

2022 Land Rover Defender Hdtp Xdyn Hse Dmhev A

CarHunch analysed 126 real MOT records for the 2022 Land Rover Defender Hdtp Xdyn Hse Dmhev A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2022 Defender is slightly more reliable than average, with an 82.3% first-time pass rate compared to the UK average of 80%—and the dangerous defect rate of 3.2% is reassuringly low, suggesting no systemic safety concerns in this cohort. At a median mileage of 36,290 miles for vehicles of this age, these examples are running well within expected wear parameters, and the minimal failure rate of 0.12 per vehicle indicates robust build quality so far. The advisory rate of 0.6 per vehicle suggests routine maintenance items rather than serious problems, which is typical for relatively new cars still under or near warranty. If you're considering this model, get a pre-purchase inspection to check for any water ingress (common on Defenders) and verify service history, but the MOT data doesn't flag any red flags that should deter you.

We have limited data for the 2022 Land Rover Defender Hdtp Xdyn Hse Dmhev A — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

93.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.12

Over 1.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

36k

Middle half: 27k–43k

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These stats describe 126 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 126 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Land Rover Defender Hdtp Xdyn Hse Dmhev A 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.

36,290

typical

26,500

low mileage

42,833

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Land Rover Defender Hdtp Xdyn Hse Dmhev A vehicles fall between 26,500 and 42,833 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 26,500 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.

✓ 26,500–42,833 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Land Rover Defender Hdtp Xdyn Hse Dmhev As sit.

⚠ Over 57,824 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

0.12

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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