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

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82.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.3%

vs Volkswagen Avg

11

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Volkswagen Amarok — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen Amarok has an average MOT pass rate of 82.3%, which is 3.3 percentage points below the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Amarok is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Amarok fails its MOT are an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. If you are preparing your Amarok for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Volkswagen Amarok, 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 Amarok performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 3,521 vehicles

90.9%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

8.5%

Mileage at 3yr

70k mi

Mileage at 5yr

92k mi

2019

Based on 8,387 vehicles

89.4%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

11.0%

Mileage at 3yr

63k mi

Mileage at 5yr

103k mi

2018

Based on 8,370 vehicles

87.2%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

13.9%

Mileage at 5yr

107k mi

2017

Based on 6,549 vehicles

83.9%Good
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

16.2%

Mileage at 5yr

104k mi

2016

Based on 7,108 vehicles

83.8%Good
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

18.5%

2015

Based on 8,072 vehicles

81.5%Good
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

18.6%

Mileage at 10yr

172k mi

2014

Based on 6,465 vehicles

78.3%Good
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

24.7%

Mileage at 10yr

182k mi

2013

Based on 5,351 vehicles

79.6%Good
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

22.1%

Mileage at 10yr

188k mi

2012

Based on 3,442 vehicles

75.1%Good
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

27.6%

Mileage at 10yr

198k mi

2011

Based on 1,624 vehicles

72.0%Average
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

28.7%

0

Based on 25,085 vehicles

84.1%Good
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

87k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volkswagen Amarok

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Amarok fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.2%
2

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

1.9%
3

A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

1.9%
4

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

1.8%
5

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

1.8%

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

1.4%

Front Offside

1.2%

Offside

1.1%

Volkswagen Amarok — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen Amarok MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Amarok?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Amarok is 82.3% 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 Amarok?
The most common MOT failures on the Volkswagen Amarok are: An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.2%), Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (1.9%), A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED (1.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Volkswagen Amarok reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 82.3%, the Volkswagen Amarok 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 Amarok?
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 Amarok?
Typical mileage for the Volkswagen Amarok: 69,709 miles at 3 years, 92,424 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Amarok to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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