Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan R Line TSI S A?

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 Volkswagen Tiguan R Line TSI S A?

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 Volkswagen Tiguan R Line TSI S A?

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 Volkswagen Tiguan R Line TSI S A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,677 vehicles, the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan R Line TSI S A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.5%, 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 Volkswagen Tiguan R Line TSI S A?

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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Volkswagen Tiguan R Line TSI S A (2022)

2,677 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.5% first-time pass rate

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan R Line TSI S A

CarHunch analysed 2,677 real MOT records for the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan R Line TSI S A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2022 Tiguan R-Line TSI is a genuinely reliable performer, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.6%—well above the UK average of 80%—and only 5.6% of vehicles ever developing a dangerous defect. The low failure rate of 0.09 per vehicle means serious problems are rare, though the 0.9 advisories per car suggest minor wear items (typically suspension or lighting) will emerge.

At a median mileage of 25,524 miles for a two-year-old car, these examples are running well within typical use patterns, which explains the strong reliability numbers. The CarHunch score of 70 reflects a solid, low-hassle ownership experience; when buying one used, prioritise a full-service history and have the suspension checked, as that's where most advisories cluster.

The 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan R Line TSI S A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95.5% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

95.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

5.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.09

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

26k

Middle half: 19k–32k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95.5% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 2,677 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 2,677 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (100%)	2,674	95.5%	0.09

Colour Breakdown

Based on 16,364 Volkswagen Tiguan R Line TSI S A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 37.4%

6,113

Black 24.9%

4,080

Grey 21.5%

3,511

Blue 10.5%

1,722

Silver 5.6%

911

Red 0.1%

Green 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan R Line TSI S A 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.

25,524

typical

19,404

low mileage

32,219

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan R Line TSI S A vehicles fall between 19,404 and 32,219 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 19,404 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.

✓ 19,404–32,219 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan R Line TSI S As sit.

⚠ Over 43,495 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

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.09

Avg failures per vehicle

0.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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