2023 Volkswagen Id4 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 942 MOT tests analysed for the 2023 Volkswagen Id4, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 94.4% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (94.3%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 15.6% in the 90-120k group versus 2.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.6% | 43 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.9% | 18 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.2% | 11 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.9% | 8 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 42 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 20 |
| 3 | Shock absorbers | 9 |
| 4 | Washers | 8 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 4 |
| 6 | Wipers | 3 |
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 | 13.2% | 124 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.9% | 46 |
| 3 | Other defects | 1.9% | 18 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.4% | 13 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.2% | 11 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.5% | 5 |
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 | 404 | 2.2% |
| 30-60k | 345 | 6.1% |
| 60-90k | 159 | 11.3% |
| 90-120k | 32 | 15.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 65 | 1.5% |
| 2024 | 337 | 2.4% |
| 2025 | 540 | 8.2% |
What to check before buying a 2023 Id4
Before buying a 2023 Volkswagen Id4, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.6% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.6% 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 (1.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (1.2% 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 2023 Volkswagen Id4s pass their MOT?
94.4% of the 942 2023 Volkswagen Id4 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2023 Volkswagen Id4?
Tyres, recorded in 4.6% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.9%).
Does the 2023 Id4 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 2.2% in the 0-30k band to 15.6% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 942 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.