Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Land Rover Defender XS Edition MHEV Auto?

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 XS Edition MHEV Auto?

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 XS Edition MHEV Auto?

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 XS Edition MHEV Auto?

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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Q: Is the 2022 Land Rover Defender XS Edition MHEV Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 394 vehicles, the 2022 Land Rover Defender XS Edition MHEV Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

394 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.2% first-time pass rate

2022 Land Rover Defender XS Edition MHEV Auto

CarHunch analysed 394 real MOT records for the 2022 Land Rover Defender XS Edition MHEV Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 394 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2022 Defender hybrid is a solid performer, passing its first MOT 86% of the time against the UK average of 80%, with virtually no dangerous defects on record at just 1.0%. The exceptionally low failure rate of 0.09 per vehicle means most that do fail have only minor issues, and the modest advisory rate of 0.4 per vehicle suggests wear isn't piling up yet.

At 25,500 miles average, these are still relatively young cars, so the strong pass rate reflects both the vehicle's inherent durability and limited running-in time. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection remains worthwhile, but focus on service history and general condition rather than worrying about structural or mechanical rot—these vehicles simply aren't showing it yet.

The 2022 Land Rover Defender XS Edition MHEV Auto passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95.2% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

95.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.09

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

24k

Middle half: 16k–34k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95.2% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 394 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 394 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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
Petrol (100%)	393	95.2%	0.09

Colour Breakdown

Based on 696 Land Rover Defender XS Edition MHEV Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 70.3%

489

Silver 18.5%

129

Brown 11.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Land Rover Defender XS Edition MHEV Auto 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.

23,706

typical

15,635

low mileage

33,580

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Land Rover Defender XS Edition MHEV Auto vehicles fall between 15,635 and 33,580 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 15,635 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.

✓ 15,635–33,580 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Land Rover Defender XS Edition MHEV Autos sit.

⚠ Over 45,333 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

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.09

Avg failures per vehicle

0.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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