VOLKSWAGEN LT MOT pass rate
61.9% of 4,882 VOLKSWAGEN LT MOT tests pass.
The LT passes 61.9% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all VOLKSWAGEN models (79.0%).
The VOLKSWAGEN LT passes 61.9% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 80.2% at 10–15 years to 61.6% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | too few tests (1) | 1 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | 80.2% | 91 | 139,693 miles |
| 15+ years | 61.6% | 4,790 | 142,042 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLKSWAGEN LT
The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN LT fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 114.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 114.7% | Not working |
| Brakes | 99.2% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Suspension | 50.5% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Body, chassis, structure | 35.2% | Corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced |
| Visibility | 19.3% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Steering | 11.8% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Tyres | 10.1% | Has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 9.1% | Emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.5% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.2% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
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 LT?
- 61.9% of VOLKSWAGEN LT MOT tests pass, based on 4,882 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLKSWAGEN LT?
- The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN LT fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 114.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the VOLKSWAGEN LT'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.