2022 Land Rover R Rover Velar Rdyn D A — MOT failures & pass rate
725 MOT tests on the 2022 Land Rover R Rover Velar Rdyn D A are in this dataset, and 91.5% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail at 8.2%, so the 2022 R Rover Velar Rdyn D A sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — visibility (4.8%) and tyres (3.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, headlamp aim and malfunction indicator lamp — wipers alone was recorded 35 times.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 12.7% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.8% | 35 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.6% | 26 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.2% | 16 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 1.4% | 10 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.5% | 4 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.5% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 35 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 23 |
| 3 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 9 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 7 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 4 |
| 6 | Washers | 4 |
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 | 12.7% | 92 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.0% | 87 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.4% | 39 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.3% | 24 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.0% | 7 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.0% | 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 | 438 | 9.1% |
| 30-60k | 280 | 7.9% |
What to check before buying a 2022 R Rover Velar Rdyn D A
On a 2022 R Rover Velar Rdyn D A, visibility is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Visibility (4.8% 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.
- Tyres (3.6% 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 (2.2% 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 Land Rover R Rover Velar Rdyn D As pass their MOT?
91.5% of the 725 2022 Land Rover R Rover Velar Rdyn D A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Land Rover R Rover Velar Rdyn D A?
Visibility, recorded in 4.8% of tests, followed by tyres (3.6%).
Does the 2022 R Rover Velar Rdyn D A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.1% in the 0-30k band to 7.9% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 725 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.