2022 Honda CR-V — MOT failures & pass rate
5,461 MOT tests on the 2022 Honda CR-V are in this dataset, and 96.5% of them passed. Against mid-size SUVs of a similar age (7.7% fail rate), the 2022 CR-V comes out 4.2pp better. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, tyres and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (2.4%) and tyres (2.2%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, wipers and tread depth — headlamp aim alone was recorded 171 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 2.7% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 9.0% once past 60-90k — 3.3× the risk.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 13.7% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 2.4% | 129 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.2% | 122 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.9% | 105 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.2% | 11 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.1% | 7 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.1% | 7 |
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 | 171 |
| 2 | Wipers | 100 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 55 |
| 4 | Washers | 22 |
| 5 | Rear fog lamp | 13 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 10 |
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 | 13.7% | 749 |
| 2 | Other defects | 4.9% | 267 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.2% | 119 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.9% | 52 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 10 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.1% | 7 |
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 | 3,939 | 2.7% |
| 30-60k | 1,450 | 5.2% |
| 60-90k | 67 | 9.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 170 | 2.9% |
| 2025 | 5,283 | 3.5% |
What to check before buying a 2022 CR-V
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 2.4% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (2.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (2.2% 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.
- Visibility (1.9% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
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 Honda CR-Vs pass their MOT?
96.5% of the 5,461 2022 Honda CR-V MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 3.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Honda CR-V?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 2.4% of tests, followed by tyres (2.2%).
Does the 2022 CR-V get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 2.7% in the 0-30k band to 9.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,461 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.