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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volkswagen Id3 Max. Check any Id3 Max by registration number below.

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96.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+11.3%

vs Volkswagen Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Volkswagen Id3 Max — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen Id3 Max has an average MOT pass rate of 96.9%, which is 11.3 percentage points above the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Id3 Max is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Id3 Max fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your Id3 Max 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 Id3 Max, 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 Id3 Max performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 741 vehicles

90.8%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

9.3%

Mileage at 3yr

35k mi

2020

Based on 33 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 3yr

28k mi

0

Based on 16 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

16k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volkswagen Id3 Max

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Id3 Max fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A tyre seriously damaged

2.7%
2

A tyre cords visible or damaged

2.4%
3

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.5%
4

A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

1.3%
Volkswagen Id3 Max Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

3.1%

Front Nearside

2.6%

Rear Offside

1.5%

Other Volkswagen Models

Compare MOT reliability across Volkswagen models.

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88.2% pass rate

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92.9% pass rate

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93.5% pass rate

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75.0% pass rate

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60.3% pass rate

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 Id3 Max

Volkswagen Id3 Max — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen Id3 Max MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Id3 Max?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Id3 Max is 96.9% 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 Id3 Max?
The most common MOT failures on the Volkswagen Id3 Max are: A tyre seriously damaged (2.7%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (2.4%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Volkswagen Id3 Max reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 96.9%, the Volkswagen Id3 Max is rated as "Excellent" 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 Id3 Max?
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 Id3 Max?
Typical mileage for the Volkswagen Id3 Max: 35,480 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Id3 Max to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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