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VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-A (2019)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 63 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

95%

Total Tests (2024)

63

Avg Mileage

28,365 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,482

Is the 2019 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.

At 5 years old, 95% of VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-As from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 63 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 28,365 miles.

How does the 2019 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-A compare?

Rank among all 2019 cars250th out of 1,419(top 18%)
Rank among all VOLKSWAGEN models151th out of 1,118(top 14%)
vs national average+13% (82% avg)
vs 2019 cars average+5% (90% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average+10% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2019 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-A has 28,365 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

How much does a 2019 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1968cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,482
Per month£124/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

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About the 2019 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-A

The 2019 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-A is a family car with a 1968cc diesel engine. 63 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 18% of all 2019 cars for reliability.

With an average of 28,365 miles at 5 years old, VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2019 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-A 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). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2019 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-A?

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 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2019 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-A

At 5 years old, the VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 63 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2019 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-A

The VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 TDI BMT S-A is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: