Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Ln Tdi 4M Sa
From 2,391 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Older Transporter T32 H-Ln Tdi 4M Sas fare better: 2021 models pass at 87.5% vs 90.6% for 2020.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened and a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 34 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 | 34 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 30 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 29 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 27 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 24 |
| a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle | 20 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 16 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 15 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 14 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 10 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 39.3% of Transporter T32 H-Ln Tdi 4M Sa failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 32.9% 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 £135.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 87.5% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle |
| 2020 | 90.6% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2019 | 83.1% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage |
Typical mileage
Half of all Transporter T32 H-Ln Tdi 4M Sas tested had between 22,945 and 66,645 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 38,753 median miles, the Transporter T32 H-Ln Tdi 4M Sa 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 T32 H-Ln Tdi 4M Sa MOT pass rate?
The Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Ln Tdi 4M Sa has a 88.4% MOT pass rate based on 2,391 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Ln Tdi 4M Sa?
The most common MOT failure on the Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Ln Tdi 4M Sa is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 34 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
What is the typical mileage of a Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Ln Tdi 4M Sa at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Ln Tdi 4M Sa is 38,753 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 22,945 and 66,645 miles.
Buying a used Transporter T32 H-Ln Tdi 4M Sa?
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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