2022 Honda HR-V — MOT failures & pass rate
6,781 MOT tests on the 2022 Honda HR-V are in this dataset, and 97.2% of them passed. Small SUVs of a similar age fail 6.6% of the time, so this is 3.8pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (1.9%) and visibility (1.4%) 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 93 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 HR-V fails 2.6% of the time in the 0-30k band and 5.7% at 60-90k, a spread of only 3.1 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 18.7% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 1.9% | 127 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.4% | 97 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 77 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.2% | 13 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.1% | 5 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.1% | 5 |
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 | 93 |
| 2 | Wipers | 76 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 36 |
| 4 | Washers | 20 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 10 |
| 6 | Driver's view | 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 | 18.7% | 1,270 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.9% | 399 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.3% | 154 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.1% | 74 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.5% | 37 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.1% | 5 |
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 | 5,505 | 2.6% |
| 30-60k | 1,222 | 3.7% |
| 60-90k | 53 | 5.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 346 | 2.3% |
| 2025 | 6,430 | 2.8% |
What to check before buying a 2022 HR-V
On a 2022 HR-V, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 1.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (1.9% 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 (1.4% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£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 HR-Vs pass their MOT?
97.2% of the 6,781 2022 Honda HR-V MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 2.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Honda HR-V?
Tyres, recorded in 1.9% of tests, followed by visibility (1.4%).
Does the 2022 HR-V get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 2.6% in the 0-30k band to 5.7% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,781 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.