Volkswagen Transporter MOT Guide
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Quick Verdict: Volkswagen Transporter (2014-2024)
Diagnostic assessment based on 2,405 real MOT tests
| Metric | Value | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Pass Rate |
81.7%
Based on 2,405 real MOT tests |
✓ Good Performance |
| Median Mileage |
79,998 miles
Median age: 7 years |
Typical for commercial vehicle |
| Retest Rate | 15.0% | Normal for this class |
| Data Confidence | 2,405 real tests analyzed | ✓ High confidence |
Pass Rates Stay Consistent As This Model Ages
Year-by-year MOT performance breakdown
Excellent — new car reliability
Strong — well within normal range
Solid for age
Expected wear patterns
Mileage Expectations: What's Normal for This Model
Based on 2,405 real MOT tests, here's what typical mileage looks like for the Volkswagen Transporter.
| Age | Low Mileage | Typical (Median) | High Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years | <37,776 mi | 53,702 mi | >75,462 mi |
| 7 years | <61,100 mi | 83,642 mi | >114,685 mi |
| 10 years | <87,613 mi | 116,296 mi | >147,680 mi |
Example: You're looking at a 5-year-old Volkswagen Transporter with 83,642 miles. That's typical for its age for its age.
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Common MOT Failures: What Usually Goes Wrong
Analysis of 2,405 MOT tests reveals the most common failure points for the Volkswagen Transporter:
What to Check Before Buying:
- Inspect all tyres for even wear and sufficient tread depth (minimum 3mm for used cars)
- Check brake discs and pads — common wear items on the Volkswagen Transporter
- Test suspension for knocks or clunks over bumps
- Verify service history is complete and regular
- Request full MOT history and look for worsening advisory patterns
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Should You Buy This Volkswagen Transporter?
Our diagnostic framework for instant decision guidance
✓ Green Flags (Buy Confidently)
- Pass rate above 78% for its age
- Complete service history with main dealer or specialist stamps
- MOT history shows consistent passes with minimal advisories
- Single owner or low keeper count
- Mileage consistent with age and use type
⚠ Amber Flags (Inspect Carefully)
- Mileage significantly above or below typical for age
- Gaps in service history
- Multiple MOT advisories in same category year-on-year
- Previous failure but prompt retest (minor issue, fixed quickly)
- High number of previous keepers (>3 for a 5-year-old car)
⚡ Red Flags (Walk Away or Negotiate Hard)
- Pass rate below 63%
- Multiple MOT failures in recent years
- No service history or incomplete records
- Advisories ignored across multiple tests (e.g., 'brake pads low' for 2+ years)
- Mileage inconsistencies or suspected clocking
- Major structural advisories (corrosion, subframe issues)
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Data & Methods
Data source: 2024 UK MOT tests for Volkswagen Transporter, years 2014-2024.
Sample size: 2,405 tests across 2,020 unique vehicles.
Pass rate: Tests with result = "P" (pass) ÷ total tests.
Diagnostic thresholds: Green: >5% above cohort; Amber: ±5%; Red: >10% below or critical patterns.
Mileage bands: Median, IQR, and 90th percentile by age cohort.
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Disclaimer: Aggregate statistics don't predict individual car condition. Always inspect in person. MOT pass ≠ perfect condition. Use this data as one input in your decision-making process.
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