2022 Toyota RAV4 — MOT failures & pass rate
11,463 MOT tests on the 2022 Toyota RAV4 are in this dataset, and 96.5% of them passed. Against mid-size SUVs of a similar age (7.6% fail rate), the 2022 RAV4 comes out 4.1pp better. Failures cluster in tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (2.6%) and lighting & signalling (1.4%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, wipers and tread depth — headlamp aim alone was recorded 151 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 RAV4 fails 2.6% of the time in the 0-30k band and 6.3% at 90-120k, a spread of only 3.7 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 16.4% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 0.0% of tests failed in 2022 against 3.5% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 2.6% | 303 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 158 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.2% | 142 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.2% | 22 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.2% | 20 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.1% | 8 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 151 |
| 2 | Wipers | 132 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 58 |
| 4 | Washers | 42 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 39 |
| 6 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 25 |
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 | 16.4% | 1,875 |
| 2 | Other defects | 4.9% | 561 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.6% | 300 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.6% | 183 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.3% | 37 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.2% | 19 |
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 | 6,790 | 2.6% |
| 30-60k | 4,010 | 4.4% |
| 60-90k | 550 | 7.6% |
| 90-120k | 96 | 6.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 67 | 0.0% |
| 2023 | 73 | 1.4% |
| 2024 | 723 | 3.3% |
| 2025 | 10,600 | 3.5% |
What to check before buying a 2022 RAV4
On a 2022 RAV4, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 2.6% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (2.6% 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 (1.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (1.2% 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 Toyota RAV4s pass their MOT?
96.5% of the 11,463 2022 Toyota RAV4 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 3.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Toyota RAV4?
Tyres, recorded in 2.6% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.4%).
Does the 2022 RAV4 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 2.6% in the 0-30k band to 6.3% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 11,463 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.