VOLKSWAGEN ID3 MOT pass rate
92.5% of 23,743 VOLKSWAGEN ID3 MOT tests pass.
The ID3 passes its MOT 92.5% of the time — well above the average across all VOLKSWAGEN models, which sits at 79.0%.
The VOLKSWAGEN ID3 passes its MOT 92.5% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 92.3% at 0–3 years versus 92.9% at 3–6 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 92.3% | 13,664 | 27,471 miles |
| 3–6 years | 92.9% | 10,079 | 29,245 miles |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLKSWAGEN ID3
The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN ID3 fails its MOT is tyres — present in 75.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 75.0% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 20.3% | Too high |
| Visibility | 11.1% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Suspension | 5.3% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Brakes | 3.5% | Excessively fluctuating |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 3.0% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.4% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Road Wheels | 0.4% | Fixing missing |
| Body, chassis, structure | 0.4% | Component damaged and likely to cause injury |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.1% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
Related VOLKSWAGEN models
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — 80.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO — 74.5% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER — 74.6% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN — 86.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT — 76.9% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN CADDY — 76.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VOLKSWAGEN ID3?
- 92.5% of VOLKSWAGEN ID3 MOT tests pass, based on 23,743 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLKSWAGEN ID3?
- The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN ID3 fails its MOT is tyres — present in 75.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
- Does this show the VOLKSWAGEN ID3's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the VOLKSWAGEN service history guide for how to check and keep one.