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43 Model Years Analyzed

Volkswagen Microbus
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics

Average pass rate across all model years (1964-2021), based on 99 DVSA recorded tests.

76.8%

Average Pass Rate

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Model Years

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Tests Analyzed

Most Tested Year

1979 Volkswagen Microbus MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures

81.8% pass rateBased on 11 DVSA tests

Pass Rate by Year

2021100%

1 tests

2020100%

1 tests

201950%

2 tests

2018100%

3 tests

201780%

5 tests

201666.7%

6 tests

201550%

4 tests

2014100%

2 tests

2013100%

1 tests

2011100%

1 tests

2010100%

1 tests

2009100%

1 tests

200860%

5 tests

200757.1%

7 tests

2006100%

1 tests

200566.7%

3 tests

2003100%

1 tests

200150%

2 tests

2000100%

2 tests

1999100%

1 tests

199866.7%

3 tests

1997100%

1 tests

1993100%

1 tests

1991100%

1 tests

1990100%

1 tests

1989100%

1 tests

1988100%

1 tests

1987100%

1 tests

1986100%

1 tests

198166.7%

3 tests

1980100%

1 tests

197981.8%

11 tests

1978100%

4 tests

197750%

4 tests

19760%

1 tests

1975100%

1 tests

1974100%

2 tests

197360%

5 tests

1972100%

1 tests

1971100%

1 tests

1970100%

1 tests

1969100%

1 tests

196450%

2 tests

Most Common Failures Across All Years

  1. 1A wheel bearing with excessive play
  2. 2Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced
  3. 3A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
  4. 4Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
  5. 5Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average MOT pass rate for a Volkswagen Microbus?

The Volkswagen Microbus has an average 76.8% MOT pass rate across model years 1964 to 2021, based on DVSA test data.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Microbus?

The most common MOT failure reasons for the Volkswagen Microbus across all years are: a wheel bearing with excessive play, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.

Which Volkswagen Microbus year has the best MOT pass rate?

MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Volkswagen Microbus model years.