Man Tge 3.180 Auto
VanFrom 726 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc and engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 17 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 17 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 14 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 12 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 11 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 9 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 6 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 4 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 28.3% of Tge 3.180 Auto failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 33.7% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £90.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 87% | a tyre seriously damaged, windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view |
| 2020 | 86.8% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
Typical mileage
Half of all Tge 3.180 Autos tested had between 21,603 and 96,881 miles on the clock.
At 58,237 median miles, the Tge 3.180 Auto has 0.022 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Man models
| Man Tge 3.140 | 81.9% |
| Man Unclassified | 83.7% |
| Man Tge 3.180 | 86.6% |
| Man Tge 3.140 Auto | 85.1% |
Common questions
What is the Man Tge 3.180 Auto MOT pass rate?
The Man Tge 3.180 Auto has a 87.3% MOT pass rate based on 726 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Man Tge 3.180 Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the Man Tge 3.180 Auto is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 17 failures. Other common issues include a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc.
What is the typical mileage of a Man Tge 3.180 Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Man Tge 3.180 Auto is 58,237 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 21,603 and 96,881 miles.
Buying a used Tge 3.180 Auto?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
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