2022 Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line — MOT failures & pass rate

Across 1,152 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, tyres and brakes. Its pass rate of 93.9% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.6%).

Pass rate

1,152

MOT tests analysed

6.1%

Fail rate

better than

vs cars of similar age

Avg age at test (yrs)

How it compares

Fail rate for this model-year against the segment and national averages for cars of a similar age.

Top failure categories

Most common MOT failure areas — 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line
#	Category	% of tests affected	Tests
1	Lighting & signalling	3.7%	43
2	Tyres	3.2%	37
3	Brakes	2.2%	25
4	Visibility	1.2%	14
5	Seat belts & restraints	0.5%	6
6	Suspension	0.4%	4

Percentage of tests with at least one failure recorded in each category.

Most common specific failures

The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.

Most frequently recorded failure items — 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line
#	Failure item	Times recorded
1	Headlamp aim	56
2	Brake pads	18
3	Tread depth	16
4	Wipers	12
5	Washers	6
6	Shock absorbers	6

Top advisory categories

Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.

Most common MOT advisories — 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line
#	Category	% of tests with advisory	Tests
1	Tyres	18.4%	212
2	Brakes	7.5%	87
3	Other defects	6.4%	74
4	Visibility	2.3%	26
5	Suspension	2.0%	23
6	Lighting & signalling	0.2%	2

Failure rate by mileage

Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.

MOT fail rate by recorded mileage band.

Fail rate by recorded mileage — 2022 T-Roc R-Line
Mileage band	Tests	Fail rate
0-30k	897	5.1%
30-60k	237	9.3%

What to check before buying a 2022 T-Roc R-Line

Before buying a 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 3.7% of tests for this year.

Lighting & signalling (3.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Tyres (3.2% 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.

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 R-Lines pass their MOT?

93.9% of the 1,152 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.1% fail rate.

What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc R-Line?

Lighting & signalling, recorded in 3.7% of tests, followed by tyres (3.2%).

Does the 2022 T-Roc R-Line get worse with mileage?

Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.1% in the 0-30k band to 9.3% in the 30-60k band.

Methodology & source. Based on 1,152 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.