2022 Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline — MOT failures & pass rate
3,262 MOT tests on the 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline are in this dataset, and 87.1% of them passed. That is 4.7 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 8.2%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (6.9%) and suspension (4.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, malfunction indicator lamp and brake pads — headlamp aim alone was recorded 164 times.
A 120-150k example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 19.5% versus 7.0%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 15.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 6.9% | 226 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.3% | 141 |
| 3 | Tyres | 4.0% | 129 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.5% | 113 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 2.9% | 94 |
| 6 | Brakes | 2.4% | 78 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 164 |
| 2 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 93 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 80 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 73 |
| 5 | Wipers | 59 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 59 |
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 | 15.8% | 514 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.7% | 348 |
| 3 | Visibility | 5.3% | 173 |
| 4 | Suspension | 5.0% | 162 |
| 5 | Other defects | 3.9% | 127 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 2.0% | 65 |
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 | 1,380 | 7.0% |
| 30-60k | 1,234 | 15.2% |
| 60-90k | 482 | 21.8% |
| 90-120k | 121 | 18.2% |
| 120-150k | 41 | 19.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 65 | 9.2% |
| 2025 | 3,197 | 13.0% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Transporter T28 Startline
On a 2022 Transporter T28 Startline, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 6.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (6.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (4.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Tyres (4.0% 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.
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 Transporter T28 Startlines pass their MOT?
87.1% of the 3,262 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 12.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 6.9% of tests, followed by suspension (4.3%).
Does the 2022 Transporter T28 Startline get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.0% in the 0-30k band to 19.5% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,262 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.