1993 · 31 years old at test · Diesel mostly

1993 Volkswagen Transporter MOT pass rate and common faults

992 MOT tests in 2024. 57.2% passed first time, compared with 67.5% for all cars the same age.

85Well below average
Passed first time57.2%
Failed or needed repairs42.8%
Typical mileage at test127,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 992 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength6.8%
  2. Rear fog lamp: not working6.0%
  3. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt5.6%
  4. Horn: not working5.0%
  5. Service brake imbalance: across an axle4.8%
  6. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.0%
  7. Service brake performance: excessively binding3.6%
  8. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced3.1%
  9. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting3.0%
  10. Service brake performance: efficiency below requirements2.7%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics37.6%
  2. Brakes24.6%
  3. Body & chassis22.8%
  4. Suspension16.0%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)10.2%
  6. Emissions & leaks6.7%
  7. Steering5.1%
  8. Tyres3.9%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded17.2%
  2. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine14.9%
  3. Non-component advisories: Play in steering rack inner joint(s)9.8%
  4. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced9.7%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure9.0%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 1993 Volkswagen Transporter?

In 2024, 57.2% of 1993 Volkswagen Transporter cars passed their MOT first time, across 992 tests. The average for all 31-year-old cars was 67.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1993 Volkswagen Transporter?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; rear fog lamp: not working; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 1993 Volkswagen Transporter reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 85, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).