Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xc?

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 Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xc?

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 Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xc?

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 Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xc reliable?

Based on MOT data from 159 vehicles, the 2022 Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xc has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.1%, 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 Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xc?

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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Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xc (2022)

159 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.1% first-time pass rate

2022 Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xc

CarHunch analysed 159 real MOT records for the 2022 Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xc. 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 MAN TGE 3.140 LION XC is a solid performer with an 85.2% first-time pass rate, running 5.2 percentage points ahead of the UK average, and only 4.4% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect—well below concerning thresholds. Virtually all examples are diesel-powered, and they maintain consistent reliability across the fleet.

At nearly 80,000 miles on average, these are working vans accumulating genuine mileage, yet they're averaging just 0.21 failures per MOT—suggesting the mechanicals hold up well under commercial use. The low advisory count of 0.7 per vehicle indicates there are few pending issues lurking beneath the surface, so when you're evaluating a used example, focus your pre-purchase inspection on service history and maintenance records rather than expecting to uncover hidden structural problems.

We have limited data for the 2022 Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xc — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

89.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.21

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

74k

Middle half: 51k–97k

For context

These stats describe 159 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 159 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.4% 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
Diesel (99%)	158	89.1%	0.21

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xc 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.

73,788

typical

51,085

low mileage

96,512

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xc vehicles fall between 51,085 and 96,512 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 51,085 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.

✓ 51,085–96,512 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Man Tge 3.140 Lion Xcs sit.

⚠ Over 130,291 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

0.21

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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