VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER MOT pass rate
74.6% of 502,831 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER MOT tests pass.
At 74.6%, The TRANSPORTER passes slightly less often than the average across all VOLKSWAGEN models (79.0%).
At 74.6%, The VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER passes slightly less often than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER tested at 0–3 years pass 87.0% of the time, compared with just 63.8% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 87.0% | 19,825 | 35,906 miles |
| 3–6 years | 86.8% | 82,065 | 53,738 miles |
| 6–10 years | 81.3% | 117,815 | 84,911 miles |
| 10–15 years | 74.5% | 95,957 | 125,694 miles |
| 15+ years | 63.8% | 187,169 | 162,434 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 53.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 53.7% | Not working |
| Suspension | 48.4% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Brakes | 40.0% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Body, chassis, structure | 20.6% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Tyres | 18.5% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 17.0% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 11.0% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Steering | 9.6% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.1% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.0% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related VOLKSWAGEN models
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — 80.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO — 74.5% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN — 86.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT — 76.9% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN CADDY — 76.6% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN UP — 85.4% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER?
- 74.6% of VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER MOT tests pass, based on 502,831 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER?
- The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 53.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER'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.