VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 5,391 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
91%
Total Tests (2024)
5,391
Avg Mileage
43,351 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,482
Is the 2020 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.
At 4 years old, 91% of VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDIs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 5,391 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 43,351 miles.
How does the 2020 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI has 43,351 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2020 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI by Year
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About the 2020 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI
The 2020 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI is a family car with a 1968cc diesel engine. 5,391 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 43,351 miles at 4 years old, VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2020 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI Fuel Costs
The 1968cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2020 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,482 (£124/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI Reliability Trend
The VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2020 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI
At 4 years old, the VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. With 5,391 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2020 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T28 HIGHLINE TDI
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2018) 92% pass rate (+1%) from 111,972 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2019) 89% pass rate (-2%) from 93,803 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2018) 84% pass rate (-7%) from 79,867 tests
- FORD KUGA (2019) 91% pass rate (same) from 72,831 tests