2022 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 6,872 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and visibility. Its pass rate of 92.6% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 16.5% in the 60-90k group versus 5.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.2% | 218 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.9% | 199 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.3% | 157 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 2.2% | 151 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.5% | 34 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.4% | 28 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 218 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 213 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 180 |
| 4 | Wipers | 126 |
| 5 | Washers | 63 |
| 6 | Track rod end | 31 |
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 | 20.8% | 1,431 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.3% | 913 |
| 3 | Other defects | 8.0% | 550 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.6% | 182 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.7% | 47 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.3% | 22 |
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 | 4,767 | 5.3% |
| 30-60k | 1,993 | 11.9% |
| 60-90k | 97 | 16.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 6,689 | 7.4% |
| Petrol | 183 | 8.2% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 136 | 3.7% |
| 2025 | 6,735 | 7.5% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhev
Before buying a 2022 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.2% 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.
- Brakes (2.9% 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.
- Visibility (2.3% 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 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhevs pass their MOT?
92.6% of the 6,872 2022 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Nissan Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhev?
Tyres, recorded in 3.2% of tests, followed by brakes (2.9%).
Does the 2022 Qashqai Acenta Prem Dig-T Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.3% in the 0-30k band to 16.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,872 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.