2022 Bmw X5 Xdrive30D M Mhev Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,877 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Bmw X5 Xdrive30D M Mhev Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and emissions & environmental. Its pass rate of 88.7% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 8.5% | 244 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 51 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 1.0% | 29 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.8% | 23 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.4% | 11 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 11 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 32 |
| 2 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 29 |
| 3 | Side repeaters | 27 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 18 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 17 |
| 6 | Washers | 14 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 18.0% | 517 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.1% | 148 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.1% | 88 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.2% | 62 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.0% | 30 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 13 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,477 | 10.1% |
| 30-60k | 1,309 | 12.5% |
| 60-90k | 84 | 11.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 100 | 6.0% |
| 2025 | 2,774 | 11.5% |
What to check before buying a 2022 X5 Xdrive30D M Mhev Auto
Before buying a 2022 Bmw X5 Xdrive30D M Mhev Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 8.5% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (8.5% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (1.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Emissions & environmental (1.0% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Bmw X5 Xdrive30D M Mhev Autos pass their MOT?
88.7% of the 2,877 2022 Bmw X5 Xdrive30D M Mhev Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Bmw X5 Xdrive30D M Mhev Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 8.5% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.8%).
Does the 2022 X5 Xdrive30D M Mhev Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.1% in the 0-30k band to 11.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,877 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.