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VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE ETSI S-A (2022)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 46 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Total Tests (2024)

46

Avg Mileage

19,028 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,582

Is the 2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE ETSI S-A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.

At 2 years old, 91% of VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE ETSI S-As from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 46 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 19,028 miles.

How does the 2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE ETSI S-A compare?

Rank among all 2022 cars862th out of 1,059(top 81%)
Rank among all VOLKSWAGEN models419th out of 1,118(top 37%)
vs national average+9% (82% avg)
vs 2022 cars average-3% (94% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average+6% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE ETSI S-A has 19,028 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE ETSI S-A?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 93%. The 2022 sits between the two at 91%.

How much does a 2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE ETSI S-A cost to run?

Fuel (Hybrid, 1498cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,582
Per month£132/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE ETSI S-A by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202291%4619,028 mi
202194%2,04527,401 mi
202093%2,44128,290 mi

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About the 2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE ETSI S-A

The 2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE ETSI S-A is a small family car with a 1498cc hybrid engine. 46 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 81% of 2022 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 19,028 miles at 2 years old, VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE ETSI S-A owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE ETSI S-A Fuel Costs

The 1498cc hybrid engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current hybrid prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid, real-world fuel costs will vary significantly depending on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE ETSI S-A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Alternatives to the 2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE ETSI S-A

If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable hybrid cars with similar engines: