2022 Volkswagen Transporter T30 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,472 MOT tests, the 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T30 recorded an 87.0% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 8.2% of the time, so this is 4.8pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (4.7%) and suspension (4.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, brake pads and malfunction indicator lamp — headlamp aim alone was recorded 48 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 10.4% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 21.1% once past 90-120k — 2.0× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 16.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 4.7% | 69 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.0% | 59 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.9% | 58 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.9% | 42 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 2.8% | 41 |
| 6 | Brakes | 2.4% | 35 |
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 | 48 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 41 |
| 3 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 39 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 24 |
| 5 | Washers | 23 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 18 |
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 | 16.8% | 247 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.5% | 154 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.0% | 88 |
| 4 | Visibility | 6.0% | 88 |
| 5 | Other defects | 4.6% | 68 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 2.7% | 40 |
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 | 626 | 10.4% |
| 30-60k | 642 | 14.8% |
| 60-90k | 162 | 13.6% |
| 90-120k | 38 | 21.1% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Transporter T30
On a 2022 Transporter T30, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (4.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (4.0% 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 (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.
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 T30s pass their MOT?
87.0% of the 1,472 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T30 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 13.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T30?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 4.7% of tests, followed by suspension (4.0%).
Does the 2022 Transporter T30 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.4% in the 0-30k band to 21.1% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,472 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.