2022 Renault Zoe Gt Line + Rapid Chrge Ev50 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,909 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Renault Zoe Gt Line + Rapid Chrge Ev50, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.1% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.9% | 173 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.3% | 39 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 37 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.7% | 21 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.7% | 19 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.5% | 14 |
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 | 45 |
| 2 | Washers | 33 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 30 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 18 |
| 5 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 17 |
| 6 | Wipers | 9 |
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 | 23.1% | 672 |
| 2 | Other defects | 6.2% | 179 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.9% | 142 |
| 4 | Road wheels | 1.2% | 35 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.2% | 34 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.6% | 18 |
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 | 2,467 | 7.1% |
| 30-60k | 424 | 12.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 40 | 2.5% |
| 2025 | 2,868 | 8.0% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Zoe Gt Line + Rapid Chrge Ev50
Before buying a 2022 Renault Zoe Gt Line + Rapid Chrge Ev50, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.9% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.9% 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 (1.3% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.3% 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 Renault Zoe Gt Line + Rapid Chrge Ev50s pass their MOT?
92.1% of the 2,909 2022 Renault Zoe Gt Line + Rapid Chrge Ev50 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Renault Zoe Gt Line + Rapid Chrge Ev50?
Tyres, recorded in 5.9% of tests, followed by visibility (1.3%).
Does the 2022 Zoe Gt Line + Rapid Chrge Ev50 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.1% in the 0-30k band to 12.5% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,909 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.