2022 Nissan X-Trail — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 583 MOT tests, the 2022 Nissan X-Trail recorded a 95.0% pass rate. Against mid-size SUVs of a similar age (7.7% fail rate), the 2022 X-Trail comes out 2.7pp better. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.4%) 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 wipers, tread depth and headlamp aim — wipers alone was recorded 7 times.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 13.4% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.4% | 20 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.4% | 8 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 6 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.5% | 3 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.2% | 1 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.2% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 7 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 6 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 6 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 5 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 2 |
| 6 | Rear reflectors | 1 |
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 | 13.4% | 78 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.7% | 33 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.8% | 28 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.6% | 15 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 3 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 2 |
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 | 413 | 4.4% |
| 30-60k | 164 | 6.7% |
What to check before buying a 2022 X-Trail
On a 2022 X-Trail, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 3.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (3.4% 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 (1.0% 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 Nissan X-Trails pass their MOT?
95.0% of the 583 2022 Nissan X-Trail MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Nissan X-Trail?
Tyres, recorded in 3.4% of tests, followed by visibility (1.4%).
Does the 2022 X-Trail get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.4% in the 0-30k band to 6.7% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 583 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.