2022 Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Line — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Line passed 91.1% of its 1,091 recorded MOT tests. All cars of a similar age fail at 8.1%, so the 2022 Transporter T32 H-Line sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, emissions & environmental and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.9%) and emissions & environmental (1.7%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are malfunction indicator lamp, brake pads and tread depth — malfunction indicator lamp alone was recorded 17 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 Transporter T32 H-Line fails 7.4% of the time in the 0-30k band and 8.6% at 60-90k, a spread of only 1.2 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 13.5% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.9% | 42 |
| 2 | Emissions & environmental | 1.7% | 18 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 17 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.6% | 17 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.4% | 15 |
| 6 | Brakes | 1.1% | 12 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 17 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 15 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 15 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 15 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 12 |
| 6 | Wipers | 10 |
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 | 13.5% | 147 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.4% | 81 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.9% | 64 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.2% | 46 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.2% | 35 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 8 |
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 | 524 | 7.4% |
| 30-60k | 439 | 10.3% |
| 60-90k | 104 | 8.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 32 | 15.6% |
| 2025 | 1,056 | 8.7% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Transporter T32 H-Line
On a 2022 Transporter T32 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.
- Emissions & environmental (1.7% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
- Lighting & signalling (1.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£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 Transporter T32 H-Lines pass their MOT?
91.1% of the 1,091 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Line MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Line?
Tyres, recorded in 3.9% of tests, followed by emissions & environmental (1.7%).
Does the 2022 Transporter T32 H-Line get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.4% in the 0-30k band to 8.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,091 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.