2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE passed 90.1% of its 4,029 recorded MOT tests. Against large SUVs of a similar age (8.6% fail rate), the 2022 GLE comes out 1.2pp worse. Failures cluster in tyres, lighting & signalling and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 7.3% of tests against 1.5% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, headlamp aim and registration plates — tread depth alone was recorded 193 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 GLE fails 8.4% of the time in the 0-30k band and 6.5% at 90-120k, a spread of only 1.9 points.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 22.6% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.3% | 296 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 62 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.0% | 42 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.8% | 32 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.6% | 23 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.5% | 20 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 193 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 85 |
| 3 | Registration plates | 43 |
| 4 | Ball joint | 36 |
| 5 | Wipers | 19 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 11 |
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 | 22.6% | 909 |
| 2 | Other defects | 7.7% | 312 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.3% | 175 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.8% | 152 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.2% | 129 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.9% | 35 |
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 | 1,873 | 8.4% |
| 30-60k | 1,794 | 11.0% |
| 60-90k | 329 | 12.5% |
| 90-120k | 31 | 6.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 3,779 | 10.0% |
| Hybrid | 249 | 8.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 179 | 6.7% |
| 2025 | 3,842 | 10.0% |
What to check before buying a 2022 GLE
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 7.3% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (7.3% 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 (1.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (1.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
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 Mercedes-Benz GLEs pass their MOT?
90.1% of the 4,029 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE?
Tyres, recorded in 7.3% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.5%).
Does the 2022 GLE get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.4% in the 0-30k band to 6.5% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,029 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.