2022 Volkswagen Transporter T30 Highline — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,235 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T30 Highline, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 88.7% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 21.6% in the 90-120k group versus 9.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.0% | 49 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 3.4% | 42 |
| 3 | Suspension | 3.0% | 37 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 2.6% | 32 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.2% | 27 |
| 6 | Brakes | 2.2% | 27 |
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 | 44 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 34 |
| 3 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 31 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 19 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 17 |
| 6 | Washers | 14 |
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 | 16.4% | 202 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.6% | 118 |
| 3 | Visibility | 6.4% | 79 |
| 4 | Suspension | 5.0% | 62 |
| 5 | Other defects | 4.5% | 55 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 10 |
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 | 586 | 9.4% |
| 30-60k | 482 | 12.2% |
| 60-90k | 126 | 12.7% |
| 90-120k | 37 | 21.6% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Transporter T30 Highline
Before buying a 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T30 Highline, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.0% 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 (3.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (3.0% 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.
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 Highlines pass their MOT?
88.7% of the 1,235 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T30 Highline MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volkswagen Transporter T30 Highline?
Tyres, recorded in 4.0% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (3.4%).
Does the 2022 Transporter T30 Highline get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.4% in the 0-30k band to 21.6% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,235 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.