Volkswagen Arteon R-Line Edition Tsi S-A
From 600 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 shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage and an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 32 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 | 32 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 20 |
| an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction | 7 |
| number plate showing an incorrect registration | 6 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 6 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 4 |
| a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber | 4 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 4 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 3 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 22.5% of Arteon R-Line Edition Tsi S-A failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 58.4% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £125.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 87.2% | a tyre seriously damaged, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage |
Typical mileage
Half of all Arteon R-Line Edition Tsi S-As tested had between 26,656 and 39,470 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 29,644 median miles, the Arteon R-Line Edition Tsi S-A has 0.043 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 Arteon R-Line Edition Tsi S-A MOT pass rate?
The Volkswagen Arteon R-Line Edition Tsi S-A has a 87.2% MOT pass rate based on 600 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Arteon R-Line Edition Tsi S-A?
The most common MOT failure on the Volkswagen Arteon R-Line Edition Tsi S-A is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 32 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage.
What is the typical mileage of a Volkswagen Arteon R-Line Edition Tsi S-A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volkswagen Arteon R-Line Edition Tsi S-A is 29,644 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 26,656 and 39,470 miles.
Buying a used Arteon R-Line Edition Tsi S-A?
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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