2022 Volkswagen Transporter T30 H-Line — MOT failures & pass rate
1,905 MOT tests on the 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T30 H-Line are in this dataset, and 91.0% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail at 8.2%, so the 2022 Transporter T30 H-Line sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, lighting & signalling and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.9%) and lighting & signalling (2.5%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, tread depth and brake pads — headlamp aim alone was recorded 46 times.
A 90-120k example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 13.5% versus 7.0%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 16.2% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.9% | 74 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.5% | 48 |
| 3 | Suspension | 2.4% | 45 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 1.5% | 29 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.5% | 28 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.8% | 16 |
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 | 46 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 31 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 28 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 26 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 26 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 13 |
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 | 16.2% | 308 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.7% | 166 |
| 3 | Visibility | 4.8% | 92 |
| 4 | Suspension | 4.4% | 83 |
| 5 | Other defects | 3.7% | 70 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.6% | 11 |
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 | 1,070 | 7.0% |
| 30-60k | 640 | 11.4% |
| 60-90k | 150 | 10.7% |
| 90-120k | 37 | 13.5% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Transporter T30 H-Line
On a 2022 Transporter T30 H-Line, 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.
- Lighting & signalling (2.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (2.4% 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.
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 T30 H-Lines pass their MOT?
91.0% of the 1,905 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T30 H-Line MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T30 H-Line?
Tyres, recorded in 3.9% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.5%).
Does the 2022 Transporter T30 H-Line get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.0% in the 0-30k band to 13.5% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,905 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.