Volkswagen Transporter T28 Trendline Tdi
From 406 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, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage and a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 16 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 | 16 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 12 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 7 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 7 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 7 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 7 |
| wiper blade defective | 7 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 5 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 5 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 24.7% of Transporter T28 Trendline Tdi failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 45.5% 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 £130.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 77.9% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage |
Typical mileage
Half of all Transporter T28 Trendline Tdis tested had between 51,383 and 86,520 miles on the clock.
At 71,890 median miles, the Transporter T28 Trendline Tdi has 0.03 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 Trendline Tdi MOT pass rate?
The Volkswagen Transporter T28 Trendline Tdi has a 78.6% MOT pass rate based on 406 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Transporter T28 Trendline Tdi?
The most common MOT failure on the Volkswagen Transporter T28 Trendline Tdi is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 16 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 Transporter T28 Trendline Tdi at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volkswagen Transporter T28 Trendline Tdi is 71,890 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 51,383 and 86,520 miles.
Buying a used Transporter T28 Trendline 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.
With a 78.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £130 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.