Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Vmoto Tcm?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Vmoto Tcm?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Vmoto Tcm?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Vmoto Tcm reliable?

Based on MOT data from 304 vehicles, the 2022 Vmoto Tcm has a first-time MOT pass rate of 85.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Vmoto Tcm?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Vmoto Tcm (2022)

304 real MOT outcomes analysed • 85.9% first-time pass rate

2022 Vmoto Tcm

CarHunch analysed 304 real MOT records for the 2022 Vmoto Tcm. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 304 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2022 VMOTO TCM has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 41.6%, less than half the UK average of 80%, which is a significant red flag for reliability. The good news is that dangerous defects are rare at 3.3%, so safety isn't the core issue—rather, these vehicles are simply prone to failing on correctable faults.

With a median mileage of only 3,681 miles for vehicles now two years old, these bikes are lightly used, yet they're still racking up an average of 0.13 failures and 0.3 advisories each at MOT time. If you're considering one, have a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist mechanic, because the failure rate suggests these machines need careful attention to detail before they'll pass their tests.

The 2022 Vmoto Tcm passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (85.9% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

85.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

3.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.13

Over 1.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 2k–6k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 85.9% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 304 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 304 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 907 Vmoto Tcm vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 83.7%

759

Yellow 8%

Orange 5.5%

Grey 2.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Vmoto Tcm vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

3,681

typical

1,842

low mileage

6,019

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Vmoto Tcm vehicles fall between 1,842 and 6,019 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 1,842 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 1,842–6,019 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Vmoto Tcms sit.

⚠ Over 8,125 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.13

Avg failures per vehicle

0.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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