35 Model Years Analyzed
Volkswagen Type 2
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1956-2018), based on 161 DVSA recorded tests.
75.8%
Average Pass Rate
35
Model Years
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Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
1972 Volkswagen Type 2 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
2 tests
1 tests
10 tests
4 tests
9 tests
9 tests
2 tests
10 tests
2 tests
6 tests
6 tests
6 tests
5 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
3 tests
2 tests
5 tests
10 tests
2 tests
3 tests
4 tests
1 tests
4 tests
8 tests
18 tests
12 tests
3 tests
3 tests
1 tests
4 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road users
- 2Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen
- 3Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen
- 4The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
- 5Free play in the steering, measured at the rim of the steering wheel is excessive
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Volkswagen Type 2?
The Volkswagen Type 2 has an average 75.8% MOT pass rate across model years 1956 to 2018, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Type 2?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Volkswagen Type 2 across all years are: fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road users, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Volkswagen Type 2 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 2 model years.