Volkswagen Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi Sa
VanFrom 458 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 tyre seriously damaged, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 13 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 | 13 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 8 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 7 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 5 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 5 |
| a shock absorber which has negligible damping effect | 4 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 4 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 4 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 22.8% of Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi Sa failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 38.6% 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 £109.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 84.5% | a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2020 | 89.4% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi Sas tested had between 23,679 and 75,295 miles on the clock.
At 45,183 median miles, the Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi Sa has 0.031 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 Sa MOT pass rate?
The Volkswagen Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi Sa has a 86.2% MOT pass rate based on 458 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi Sa?
The most common MOT failure on the Volkswagen Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi Sa is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
What is the typical mileage of a Volkswagen Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi Sa at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volkswagen Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi Sa is 45,183 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 23,679 and 75,295 miles.
Buying a used Transporter T32 St-Line Tdi 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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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.