Volkswagen T4 MOT Pass Rates and Running Costs by Year
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 2 model years from 67 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
74%
Total Tests
67
Model Years
1997 to 1998
Years Covered
2
About the Volkswagen T4
The Volkswagen T4 was MOT tested 67 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 2 model years (1997 to 1998), with an average pass rate of 74%. That's 8 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list diesel versions.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1997) averages 183,744 miles, while the newest (1998) averages 218,979 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Volkswagen brand average of 85%, the T4 is 11 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Volkswagen models.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
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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Is the Volkswagen T4 reliable?
Across its 2 model years in our data (1997 to 1998), the Volkswagen T4 averages a 74% MOT pass rate, from 67 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 8 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
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