2022 Audi TT — MOT failures & pass rate
2,847 MOT tests on the 2022 Audi TT are in this dataset, and 93.4% of them passed. Against coupes & convertibles of a similar age (8.0% fail rate), the 2022 TT comes out 1.3pp better. Failures cluster in tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 5.4% of all tests — 4.0 points clear of lighting & signalling, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, headlamp aim and registration plates — tread depth alone was recorded 115 times.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 21.0% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.4% | 154 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 39 |
| 3 | Visibility | 0.7% | 21 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.3% | 9 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.3% | 9 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 7 |
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 | 115 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 36 |
| 3 | Registration plates | 17 |
| 4 | Wipers | 11 |
| 5 | Washers | 9 |
| 6 | Headlamp cleaning device | 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 | 21.0% | 598 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.8% | 166 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.2% | 148 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.3% | 65 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.8% | 23 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 7 |
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 | 2,436 | 6.1% |
| 30-60k | 397 | 9.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 85 | 8.2% |
| 2025 | 2,762 | 6.6% |
What to check before buying a 2022 TT
On a 2022 TT, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 5.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (5.4% 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.
- 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 (0.7% 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 Audi TTs pass their MOT?
93.4% of the 2,847 2022 Audi TT MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Audi TT?
Tyres, recorded in 5.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.4%).
Does the 2022 TT get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.1% in the 0-30k band to 9.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,847 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.