2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Evo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,527 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Evo, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 94.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (92.0%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 19.5% in the 60-90k group versus 4.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.5% | 53 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 24 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.4% | 21 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.9% | 13 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 9 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.5% | 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 | 27 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 25 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 12 |
| 4 | Washers | 12 |
| 5 | Shock absorbers | 10 |
| 6 | Wipers | 10 |
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 | 18.6% | 284 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.9% | 120 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.5% | 99 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.9% | 44 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.8% | 27 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.2% | 3 |
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 | 1,036 | 4.8% |
| 30-60k | 446 | 6.7% |
| 60-90k | 41 | 19.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1,465 | 5.8% |
| Diesel | 62 | 4.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 250 | 2.0% |
| 2025 | 1,276 | 6.5% |
What to check before buying a 2022 T-Roc Evo
Before buying a 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Evo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.5% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.5% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (1.4% 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.
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-Roc Evos pass their MOT?
94.2% of the 1,527 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Evo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Evo?
Tyres, recorded in 3.5% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.6%).
Does the 2022 T-Roc Evo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.8% in the 0-30k band to 19.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,527 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.