Volkswagen Transporter T28 Highline Tdi
From 10,941 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Transporter T28 Highline Tdis fare better: 2021 models pass at 87.1% vs 83.4% for 2019.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 212 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 | 212 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 173 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 148 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 132 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 85 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 69 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 62 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 55 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 52 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 45 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 36.2% of Transporter T28 Highline Tdi failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 39.8% 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 £138.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 87.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2020 | 88.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2019 | 83.4% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Transporter T28 Highline Tdis tested had between 19,171 and 44,402 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 31,018 median miles, the Transporter T28 Highline Tdi has 0.042 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 T28 Highline Tdi MOT pass rate?
The Volkswagen Transporter T28 Highline Tdi has a 87.1% MOT pass rate based on 10,941 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Transporter T28 Highline Tdi?
The most common MOT failure on the Volkswagen Transporter T28 Highline Tdi is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 212 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
What is the typical mileage of a Volkswagen Transporter T28 Highline Tdi at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volkswagen Transporter T28 Highline Tdi is 31,018 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,171 and 44,402 miles.
Buying a used Transporter T28 Highline Tdi?
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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