2022 Volkswagen Id4 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 6,711 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Volkswagen Id4, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 92.2% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (92.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 20.8% in the 90-120k group versus 5.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.7% | 385 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.2% | 149 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.7% | 115 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.9% | 60 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.5% | 34 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.3% | 21 |
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 | 208 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 149 |
| 3 | Wipers | 77 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 61 |
| 5 | Washers | 58 |
| 6 | Position lamp | 24 |
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 | 20.8% | 1,396 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.8% | 388 |
| 3 | Suspension | 3.3% | 220 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.0% | 136 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.0% | 65 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.3% | 22 |
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 | 3,214 | 5.6% |
| 30-60k | 2,638 | 7.9% |
| 60-90k | 695 | 14.7% |
| 90-120k | 144 | 20.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 501 | 1.6% |
| 2024 | 887 | 2.7% |
| 2025 | 5,315 | 9.3% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Id4
Before buying a 2022 Volkswagen Id4, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.7% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.7% 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 (2.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (1.7% 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 Volkswagen Id4s pass their MOT?
92.2% of the 6,711 2022 Volkswagen Id4 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volkswagen Id4?
Tyres, recorded in 5.7% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.2%).
Does the 2022 Id4 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.6% in the 0-30k band to 20.8% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,711 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.