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Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a reliable? We analysed 897 real MOT tests across 512 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 897 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.3%
Typical Mileage
45,061mi
Annual Mileage
11,275mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a.

Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

87.3%
2022
85%
2021

Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 3
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3

Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
7,697 mi/yr
Typical
11,275 mi/yr
Average
15,251 mi/yr
Heavy usage
18,147 mi/yr

Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 424 87.3% 30,640 45,471 66,071
2021 379 85.0% 32,418 46,460 67,332

How Long Does a Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a Last?

Based on 512 Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.7 years
Median
3.0 years

Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
45,061 mi
75th Percentile
65,557 mi
95th Percentile
103,815 mi
Max Recorded
160,663 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

87.3% MOT pass rate from 424 tests

Year to avoid
2021

85.0% MOT pass rate from 379 tests

The best year to buy a used Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.3% across 424 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a THIS CAR 87.3% 897 45,061 mi — yrs
Volkswagen Golf 74.9% 22,270,993 83,305 mi 37 yrs
Volkswagen Polo 72.9% 14,598,296 60,351 mi 35 yrs
Volkswagen Passat 73.5% 6,960,690 105,632 mi 32 yrs
Land Rover Discovery R-dynamic Hse MHEV A 88.8% 510 35,007 mi — yrs

Compared to the Volkswagen Golf (74.9% pass rate) and the Volkswagen Polo (72.9% pass rate), the Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a?

The Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.3% across 897 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a owner drives around 11,275 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a reliable?
Based on 897 MOT tests, the Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a has a 87.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a do per year?
The typical Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a does around 11,275 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volkswagen Arteon R Line TSI PHEV S-a is 2022 with a 87.3% pass rate across 424 tests.