2022 Vauxhall Combo — MOT failures & pass rate
7,939 MOT tests on the 2022 Vauxhall Combo are in this dataset, and 85.5% of them passed. Vans of a similar age fail 13.4% of the time, so this is 1.1pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, visibility and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (9.7%) and visibility (7.4%) 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 headlamp — headlamp aim alone was recorded 575 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 10.3% in the 0-30k band and 18.9% in the 120-150k band, a 8.6-point spread.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 4.8pp more often than electric ones (15.3% vs 10.5%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 23.1% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 9.7% | 768 |
| 2 | Visibility | 7.4% | 585 |
| 3 | Tyres | 5.5% | 439 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.6% | 284 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.2% | 95 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.1% | 91 |
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 | 575 |
| 2 | Wipers | 465 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 242 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 226 |
| 5 | Washers | 226 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 209 |
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% | 1,836 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.9% | 1,341 |
| 3 | Visibility | 6.4% | 508 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.1% | 483 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 4.9% | 386 |
| 6 | Suspension | 2.9% | 226 |
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 | 3,221 | 10.3% |
| 30-60k | 3,300 | 16.9% |
| 60-90k | 1,143 | 17.5% |
| 90-120k | 228 | 21.5% |
| 120-150k | 37 | 18.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 6,520 | 15.3% |
| Electric | 1,160 | 10.5% |
| Petrol | 259 | 9.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 308 | 10.1% |
| 2025 | 7,614 | 14.6% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Combo
On a 2022 Combo, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 9.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (9.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (7.4% 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.
- Tyres (5.5% 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.
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 Vauxhall Combos pass their MOT?
85.5% of the 7,939 2022 Vauxhall Combo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 14.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Vauxhall Combo?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 9.7% of tests, followed by visibility (7.4%).
Does the 2022 Combo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.3% in the 0-30k band to 18.9% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 7,939 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.