Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle
From 585 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 12 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 suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 12 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 12 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 10 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 8 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 8 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 8 |
| seat belt buckle missing, damaged or not functioning as intended | 7 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 7 |
| brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. | 7 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 7 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 16.3% of Transporter Shuttle failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 31.4% 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 £105.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 84.9% | a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Transporter Shuttles tested had between 40,397 and 95,866 miles on the clock.
At 50,661 median miles, the Transporter Shuttle has 0.037 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 Transporter Shuttle MOT pass rate?
The Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle has a 81.2% MOT pass rate based on 585 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle?
The most common MOT failure on the Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 12 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle is 50,661 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 40,397 and 95,866 miles.
Buying a used Transporter Shuttle?
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 81.2% pass rate and an average repair bill of £105 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.