2022 Mercedes-Benz V-Class — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 901 MOT tests, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz V-Class recorded an 89.6% pass rate. MPVs of a similar age fail at 10.5%, so the 2022 V-Class sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 5.7% of all tests — 3.3 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are shock absorbers, headlamp aim and brake pads — shock absorbers alone was recorded 17 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 12.1% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 0.0% once past 150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 15.4% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 4.4% of tests failed in 2023 against 12.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.7% | 51 |
| 2 | Suspension | 2.3% | 21 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.7% | 15 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.9% | 8 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 6 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.5% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shock absorbers | 17 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 10 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 9 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 8 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 5 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 5 |
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 | 15.4% | 139 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.3% | 75 |
| 3 | Suspension | 5.4% | 49 |
| 4 | Other defects | 3.9% | 35 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.9% | 26 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.5% | 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 | 412 | 12.1% |
| 30-60k | 280 | 9.3% |
| 60-90k | 103 | 11.7% |
| 90-120k | 41 | 9.8% |
| 150k+ | 38 | 0.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 68 | 4.4% |
| 2024 | 125 | 6.4% |
| 2025 | 693 | 12.0% |
What to check before buying a 2022 V-Class
On a 2022 V-Class, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 5.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (5.7% 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.
- Suspension (2.3% 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.
- Brakes (1.7% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 V-Classs pass their MOT?
89.6% of the 901 2022 Mercedes-Benz V-Class MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Mercedes-Benz V-Class?
Tyres, recorded in 5.7% of tests, followed by suspension (2.3%).
Does the 2022 V-Class get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.1% in the 0-30k band to 0.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 901 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.