2022 Volkswagen Passat Evo S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 552 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Volkswagen Passat Evo S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 92.0% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 16.3% in the 60-90k group versus 4.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.4% | 30 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.5% | 14 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.8% | 10 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.5% | 8 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 1 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.2% | 1 |
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 | 19 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 14 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 11 |
| 4 | Wipers | 6 |
| 5 | Bonnet | 2 |
| 6 | Brake fluid | 1 |
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 | 18.8% | 104 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.9% | 99 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.8% | 32 |
| 4 | Suspension | 5.4% | 30 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.2% | 23 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 3 |
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 | 217 | 4.2% |
| 30-60k | 278 | 9.3% |
| 60-90k | 49 | 16.3% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Passat Evo S-A
Before buying a 2022 Volkswagen Passat Evo S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.4% 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.
- Brakes (1.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 Passat Evo S-As pass their MOT?
92.0% of the 552 2022 Volkswagen Passat Evo S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volkswagen Passat Evo S-A?
Tyres, recorded in 5.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.5%).
Does the 2022 Passat Evo S-A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.2% in the 0-30k band to 16.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 552 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.