2022 Volkswagen Taigo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 6,235 MOT tests, the 2022 Volkswagen Taigo recorded a 91.2% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail at 8.1%, so the 2022 Taigo sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, brakes and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.9%) and brakes (2.7%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are brake pads, wipers and tread depth — brake pads alone was recorded 166 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 7.5% in the 0-30k band and 14.6% in the 60-90k band, a 7.1-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 18.0% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.9% | 245 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.7% | 166 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.0% | 122 |
| 4 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.3% | 83 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 67 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.6% | 40 |
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 | 166 |
| 2 | Wipers | 97 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 71 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 66 |
| 5 | Washers | 44 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 36 |
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 | 18.0% | 1,124 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.6% | 970 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.3% | 456 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.8% | 176 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.8% | 49 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 25 |
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 | 4,603 | 7.5% |
| 30-60k | 1,579 | 12.3% |
| 60-90k | 48 | 14.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 164 | 3.7% |
| 2025 | 6,071 | 8.9% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Taigo
On a 2022 Taigo, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 3.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (3.9% 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 (2.7% 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.
- Visibility (2.0% 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 Taigos pass their MOT?
91.2% of the 6,235 2022 Volkswagen Taigo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volkswagen Taigo?
Tyres, recorded in 3.9% of tests, followed by brakes (2.7%).
Does the 2022 Taigo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.5% in the 0-30k band to 14.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,235 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.