2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Life Tsi S-a MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Tiguan Life Tsi S-a models manufactured in 2022, based on 52 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all Tiguan Life Tsi S-a cars tested in 2022. Want to see how cars built in 2022 hold up over time?
View 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Life Tsi S-a vintage page → (96.1% current pass rate)2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Life Tsi S-a MOT Analysis
The 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Life Tsi S-a has an MOT pass rate of 96.2% based on 52 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 20,814 miles on the odometer. With a 3.8% failure rate, the 2022 Tiguan Life Tsi S-a is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Life Tsi S-a is Non-component advisories, responsible for 3.8% of failures. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Suspension is the second most common issue at 3.8%. Tyres follows at 3.8%.
Top failures specific to 2022 models only. The overall Tiguan Life Tsi S-a page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Non-component Advisories | 3.8% | 2 |
| 2 | Suspension | 3.8% | 2 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.8% | 2 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.9% | 1 |
| 5 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 1.9% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 20,814 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-component advisories | 1.85 | 3.8% | 2 |
| Suspension | 1.85 | 3.8% | 2 |
| Tyres | 1.85 | 3.8% | 2 |
| Brakes | 0.92 | 1.9% | 1 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.92 | 1.9% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Life Tsi S-a has an MOT pass rate of 96.2% based on 52 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 20,814 miles on the odometer. With a 3.8% failure rate, the 2022 Tiguan Life Tsi S-a is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Life Tsi S-a, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to non-component advisories: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 20,814 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Non-component advisories — 3.8% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 3.8% of MOT failures on 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Life Tsi S-a models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Suspension — 3.8% of failures
Suspension issues account for 3.8% of MOT failures on 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Life Tsi S-a models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Tyres — 3.8% of failures
Tyres issues account for 3.8% of MOT failures on 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Life Tsi S-a models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.