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4 Model Years Analyzed

Volkswagen Type 1
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics

Average pass rate across all model years (1968-2007), based on 6 DVSA recorded tests.

66.7%

Average Pass Rate

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Model Years

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Tests Analyzed

Most Tested Year

2007 Volkswagen Type 1 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures

50% pass rateBased on 2 DVSA tests

Pass Rate by Year

200750%

2 tests

1991100%

1 tests

197750%

2 tests

1968100%

1 tests

Most Common Failures Across All Years

  1. 1Wiper not operating or missing
  2. 2A wheel bearing with excessive play
  3. 3Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.
  4. 4Parking brake inoperative on one side
  5. 5Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average MOT pass rate for a Volkswagen Type 1?

The Volkswagen Type 1 has an average 66.7% MOT pass rate across model years 1968 to 2007, based on DVSA test data.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Type 1?

The most common MOT failure reasons for the Volkswagen Type 1 across all years are: wiper not operating or missing, a wheel bearing with excessive play, brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.

Which Volkswagen Type 1 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 Type 1 model years.