Volkswagen Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi 4M
VanFrom 692 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, 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 shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 16 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 15 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 13 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 10 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 10 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 10 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 9 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 9 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 8 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 34% of Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi 4M failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 26.4% 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 £117.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 85.2% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 2020 | 82.1% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2019 | 75.8% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi 4Ms tested had between 16,804 and 65,478 miles on the clock.
At 40,984 median miles, the Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi 4M has 0.043 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 St-Line Tdi 4M MOT pass rate?
The Volkswagen Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi 4M has a 82.4% MOT pass rate based on 692 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi 4M?
The most common MOT failure on the Volkswagen Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi 4M is a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, which caused 16 failures. Other common issues include a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Volkswagen Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi 4M at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volkswagen Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi 4M is 40,984 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 16,804 and 65,478 miles.
Buying a used Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi 4M?
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 82.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £117 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 34% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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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.