Volkswagen Taigo CS1 (2022-present) reliability
Volkswagen Taigo CS1 built around 2022: about average at the MOT
Volkswagen Taigo CS1 models built around 2022 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age.
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Key figure
10% of MOT tests on Volkswagen Taigo CS1 models built around 2022 ended in a fail (retests included), against 10% for similar cars the same age.
Most common issue
The most common MOT issue on Volkswagen Taigo CS1 models built around 2022 involves the tyres.
Based on 4,384 tests of Taigo models registered 2022+.
About 1 in 9 petrol Taigo cars registered in 2022 (11.6%) failed their first MOT.
Based on 5,144 first MOTs (DVSA MOT results, 2025).
About 1 in 75 Taigo CS1 MOTs (1.5%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2022 (3 years old), all fuels combined.
Based on 4,384 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.
About 1 in 25 Taigo CS1 MOTs (4.3%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2022 (3 years old).
Based on 4,384 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.
CS1 fail rate by age
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 3 years old.
How the Taigo CS1 compares
At each age below, see how the Taigo CS1 holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.
Based on 172,599 tests across 39 Volkswagen models, built around 2022 (3 years old).
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.
What to check before viewing
The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.
Brake pads
High priorityAsk when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Brake discs
High priorityAsk for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.
Tyres
Worth checkingCheck tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Vehicle-specific check
Worth checkingCheck the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
Other SUVs to compare
Other SUVs, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Taigo CS1.
- 1
Honda HR-V
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 4.9%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.3%
- Dangerous
- 1%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 97%
Lower fail rate: 4.9%, against 10.3% for the Volkswagen Taigo CS1, both built around 2022.
4,493 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- 2
Lexus UX
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 4.9%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.6%
- Dangerous
- 1.2%
Lower fail rate: 4.9%, against 10.3% for the Volkswagen Taigo CS1, both built around 2022.
4,866 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- 3
Lexus RX
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 4.3%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.6%
- Dangerous
- 1.5%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 90.4%
Lower fail rate: 4.3%, against 10.3% for the Volkswagen Taigo CS1, both built around 2022.
2,386 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- 4
Toyota Yaris Cross
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 7%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.5%
- Dangerous
- 0.7%
Lower fail rate: 7.0%, against 10.3% for the Volkswagen Taigo CS1, both built around 2022.
11,364 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- Fail rate
- = the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- = the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
- Dangerous
- = the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
- Still registered at 10 years
- = the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.
Recall context
1 recall in all1 Taigo CS1 recall covers cars built in these years.
- 1 Critical
Top concerns
- Replace front passenger airbag
For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.
Fail rate by engine size, built around 2022 (3 years old)
Engine sizes across all petrol Taigo tests (not specific to CS1).
CS1 variants compared
Taigo CS1 variants built around 2022
The fail rate for each Taigo CS1 variant, grouped by fuel. Each row counts fails per MOT test, the same way as the main fail rate chart.
Petrol
- TAIGO LIFE TSI11.5%1,471 tests
- TAIGO R-LINE TSI S-A9.3%1,304 tests
- TAIGO R-LINE TSI10.0%622 tests
- TAIGO LIFE TSI S-A12.3%422 tests
- TAIGO STYLE TSI S-A7.3%340 tests
- TAIGO STYLE TSI9.4%223 tests
Most common issues on Volkswagen Taigos of this age
This list covers every Volkswagen Taigo built around 2022, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the CS1 on its own.
Most common advisories and fails
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
- 114.2%Advisory
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
- 213.6%Advisory
Brake pads wearing thin
- 37.5%Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
- 46.4%Advisory
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
- 53.6%Advisory
Tyre has a cut that does not reach the ply or cords
Based on 4,384 tests
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Frequently asked questions
Built around 2022 (3 years old), the Volkswagen Taigo CS1 (2022-present) fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 4,384 3-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.