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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volkswagen 1500. Check any 1500 by registration number below.

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79.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.4%

vs Volkswagen Avg

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Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Volkswagen 1500 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen 1500 has an average MOT pass rate of 79.3%, which is 6.4 percentage points below the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 1500 on the road.

Before buying a used Volkswagen 1500, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volkswagen 1500 performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 58 vehicles

79.3%Good
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

37k mi

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93.5% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Volkswagen 1500

Volkswagen 1500 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen 1500 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen 1500?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen 1500 is 79.3% compared to the Volkswagen average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen 1500?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Volkswagen 1500 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 79.3%, the Volkswagen 1500 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Volkswagen 1500?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Volkswagen 1500?
Typical mileage for the Volkswagen 1500: 37,434 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 1500 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Volkswagen 1500's MOT History

Enter the registration number for the full MOT history — free and instant.

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