Volkswagen T-Porter
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 415 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
86%
Total Tests
415
Highest Pass Rate
2014 (85%)
Years Covered
3
About the Volkswagen T-Porter
The Volkswagen T-Porter was MOT tested 415 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (2012 to 2014), with an average pass rate of 86%. That's slightly above the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list diesel versions.
Best and Worst Years
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2014 model has the highest pass rate at 85% from 170 tests. The 2013 model has the lowest at 83%. With just a 2 point gap, pass rates are similar across these years. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2012) averages 146,169 miles, while the newest (2014) averages 97,200 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Volkswagen T-Porter by Year
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Questions about the Volkswagen T-Porter
Is the Volkswagen T-Porter reliable?
Across its 3 model years in our data (2012 to 2014), the Volkswagen T-Porter averages an 86% MOT pass rate, from 415 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 4 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data. The 2014 model has the highest pass rate of the years with at least 100 tests, at 85%.
Which year Volkswagen T-Porter has the best MOT pass rate?
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2014 Volkswagen T-Porter has the highest MOT pass rate at 85%, while the 2013 model has the lowest at 83%, a 2 point gap. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.
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