2022 Volkswagen T-Cross — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2022 Volkswagen T-Cross passed 94.0% of its 8,259 recorded MOT tests. That is effectively the same as small SUVs of a similar age (6.6% 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
No single area dominates — tyres (3.1%) and brakes (2.2%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are brake pads, headlamp aim and tread depth — brake pads alone was recorded 184 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 4.7% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 16.4% once past 60-90k — 3.5× the risk.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 14.8% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.1% | 259 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.2% | 183 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 97 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.8% | 67 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.2% | 17 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.2% | 15 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 184 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 82 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 55 |
| 4 | Washers | 52 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 38 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 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 | 14.8% | 1,218 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.5% | 1,197 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.2% | 508 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.6% | 133 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.4% | 117 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.9% | 72 |
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 | 6,255 | 4.7% |
| 30-60k | 1,874 | 9.8% |
| 60-90k | 122 | 16.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 418 | 5.5% |
| 2025 | 7,837 | 6.0% |
What to check before buying a 2022 T-Cross
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 3.1% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (3.1% 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 (2.2% 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 (1.2% 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 T-Crosss pass their MOT?
94.0% of the 8,259 2022 Volkswagen T-Cross MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volkswagen T-Cross?
Tyres, recorded in 3.1% of tests, followed by brakes (2.2%).
Does the 2022 T-Cross get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.7% in the 0-30k band to 16.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 8,259 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.