Volkswagen Transporter MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

24.9%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Volkswagen Transporter vehicles
Based on 353,963 MOT tests
3.2pp below the UK average (28%)

Volkswagen Transporter in this age bracket has a 24.9% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: suspension and lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Volkswagen Transporter are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Suspension 4.0%
Lamps & Electrics 3.9%
Brakes 2.6%
Tyres 2.5%
Visibility 2.0%
Body & Chassis 0.8%
Steering 0.7%

How Does This Compare?

Volkswagen Transporter MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 15.9% 63,806 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 18.1% 256,439 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 24.9% 353,963 Suspension
11-15 years 36.4% 255,866 Suspension
15+ years 44.5% 383,827 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old Volkswagen Transporter reliable?

6-10-year-old Volkswagen Transporter vehicles have a 24.9% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Volkswagen Transporter?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Suspension — 4.0% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 3.9% failure risk
  • Brakes — 2.6% failure risk

How can I prepare my Volkswagen Transporter for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Volkswagen Transporter, focus on: (1) Suspension — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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