Volkswagen Abt Etransporter T32 Advance
VanFrom 393 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre load capacity or speed rating not in accordance with the minimum requirements and a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 4 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 | 4 |
| a tyre load capacity or speed rating not in accordance with the minimum requirements | 4 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 3 |
| a suspension component missing, likely to become detached or directional stability impaired | 2 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 2 |
| a door will not open using the relevant control or close properly | 1 |
| audible warning inoperative | 1 |
| indicator or hazard warning switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 91.8% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre load capacity or speed rating not in accordance with the minimum requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Abt Etransporter T32 Advances tested had between 9,788 and 18,878 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 13,538 median miles, the Abt Etransporter T32 Advance has 0.056 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Volkswagen models
| Volkswagen Golf | 79.1% |
| Volkswagen Polo | 73.8% |
| Volkswagen Transporter | 73.8% |
| Volkswagen Tiguan | 84.6% |
| Volkswagen Passat | 76.9% |
Common questions
What is the Volkswagen Abt Etransporter T32 Advance MOT pass rate?
The Volkswagen Abt Etransporter T32 Advance has a 92.4% MOT pass rate based on 393 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Abt Etransporter T32 Advance?
The most common MOT failure on the Volkswagen Abt Etransporter T32 Advance is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include a tyre load capacity or speed rating not in accordance with the minimum requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Volkswagen Abt Etransporter T32 Advance at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volkswagen Abt Etransporter T32 Advance is 13,538 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 9,788 and 18,878 miles.
Buying a used Abt Etransporter T32 Advance?
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.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.