2022 Volkswagen Arteon — MOT failures & pass rate
2,139 MOT tests on the 2022 Volkswagen Arteon are in this dataset, and 90.0% of them passed. That is effectively the same as executive cars of a similar age (9.9% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 7.6% of tests against 1.5% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, brake pads and headlamp aim — tread depth alone was recorded 51 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 8.0% in the 0-30k band and 14.0% in the 90-120k band, a 6.0-point spread.
Fuel type barely separates them — diesel fails 9.5% of the time against 9.6% for petrol.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 18.3% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.6% | 162 |
| 2 | Brakes | 1.5% | 31 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 23 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.1% | 23 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 12 |
| 6 | Other defects | 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 | 51 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 35 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 21 |
| 4 | Wipers | 19 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 13 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 12 |
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 | 18.3% | 392 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.5% | 225 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.5% | 139 |
| 4 | Suspension | 5.3% | 114 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.8% | 60 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.9% | 20 |
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 | 1,019 | 8.0% |
| 30-60k | 872 | 11.6% |
| 60-90k | 198 | 12.6% |
| 90-120k | 43 | 14.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1,193 | 9.6% |
| Diesel | 549 | 9.5% |
| Hybrid | 397 | 11.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 84 | 9.5% |
| 2025 | 2,049 | 10.0% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Arteon
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 7.6% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (7.6% 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.
- Brakes (1.5% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (1.1% 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 Volkswagen Arteons pass their MOT?
90.0% of the 2,139 2022 Volkswagen Arteon MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volkswagen Arteon?
Tyres, recorded in 7.6% of tests, followed by brakes (1.5%).
Does the 2022 Arteon get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.0% in the 0-30k band to 14.0% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,139 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.