Volkswagen Delivery Van
From 220 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements and emissions levels exceed default limits. The top issue, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, caused 18 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.
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 18 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 16 |
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 11 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 6 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 5 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 5 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 5 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 4 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 25.3% of Delivery Van failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £93.
Volkswagen Delivery Van on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 28 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 1 newly registered, a net loss of 27. Now at 61% of its peak (3,846 in 1994 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 1,357 | 989 | +1 | -0 | +8 |
| 2025 Q2 | 1,353 | 985 | +0 | -2 | -2 |
| 2025 Q1 | 1,383 | 957 | +0 | -0 | +23 |
| 2024 Q4 | 1,380 | 937 | +0 | -26 | -26 |
| 2024 Q3 | 1,409 | 934 | +0 | -12 | -12 |
| 2024 Q2 | 1,430 | 925 | +0 | -23 | -23 |
| 2024 Q1 | 1,449 | 929 | +0 | -0 | +46 |
| 2023 Q4 | 1,404 | 928 | +0 | -11 | -11 |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
Typical mileage
Half of all Delivery Vans tested had between 40,012 and 78,139 miles on the clock.
At 58,096 median miles, the Delivery Van has 0.048 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 Delivery Van MOT pass rate?
The Volkswagen Delivery Van has a 72.3% MOT pass rate based on 220 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Delivery Van?
The most common MOT failure on the Volkswagen Delivery Van is windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, which caused 18 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
How many Volkswagen Delivery Vans are on UK roads?
There are 1,357 Volkswagen Delivery Vans currently licensed on UK roads, with 989 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Volkswagen Delivery Van at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volkswagen Delivery Van is 58,096 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 40,012 and 78,139 miles.
Buying a used Delivery Van?
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.
With a 72.3% pass rate and an average repair bill of £93 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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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.