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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi. Check any Transporter T30 Tdi by registration number below.

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56.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-29.7%

vs Volkswagen Avg

3

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi has an average MOT pass rate of 56.0%, which is 29.7 percentage points below the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This suggests the Transporter T30 Tdi can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. If you are preparing your Transporter T30 Tdi for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 263 vehicles

51.0%Below Average
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

12.9%

Retest Rate

46.2%

Mileage at 3yr

83k mi

2020

Based on 230 vehicles

51.3%Below Average
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

14.5%

Retest Rate

45.3%

Mileage at 3yr

76k mi

0

Based on 201 vehicles

65.7%Average
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

48k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

11.1%
2

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

6.6%
3

A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

5.7%
4

Brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn

5.3%
5

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

5.3%
Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

21.7%

Front Offside

21.3%

Rear

10.3%

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93.5% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi

Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi is 56.0% compared to the Volkswagen average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi?
The most common MOT failures on the Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (11.1%), a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (6.6%), A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED (5.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 56.0%, the Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This suggests more frequent issues — pay close attention to the common failures listed on this page when buying or maintaining this model.
How do I check the MOT history of a Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi?
Typical mileage for the Volkswagen Transporter T30 Tdi: 83,182 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Transporter T30 Tdi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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