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Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a reliable? We analysed 600 real MOT tests across 361 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 600 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.8%
Typical Mileage
29,114mi
Annual Mileage
8,694mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION 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 TSI 4MOTION S-a.

Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94.2%
2023
90.8%
2022
89.9%
2021

Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 4
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm out of shape 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2

Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION 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
5,438 mi/yr
Typical
8,694 mi/yr
Average
9,202 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,909 mi/yr

Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION 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 TSI 4MOTION S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 69 94.2% 18,728 24,309 29,119
2022 218 90.8% 20,924 27,913 34,719
2021 298 89.9% 24,212 32,765 42,398

How Long Does a Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a Last?

Based on 361 Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.8 years
Median
3.0 years

Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
29,114 mi
75th Percentile
38,382 mi
95th Percentile
56,320 mi
Max Recorded
82,790 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a

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

Best year
2023

94.2% MOT pass rate from 69 tests

Year to avoid
2021

89.9% MOT pass rate from 298 tests

The best year to buy a used Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.2% across 69 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.9% — 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 TSI 4MOTION 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 TSI 4MOTION S-a THIS CAR 90.8% 600 29,114 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
Harley-davidson Fxbrs Breakout 114 1868 21 90.2% 285 4,039 mi — yrs

Compared to the Volkswagen Golf (74.9% pass rate) and the Volkswagen Polo (72.9% pass rate), the Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a?

The Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.8% across 600 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 TSI 4MOTION 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 TSI 4MOTION S-a owner drives around 8,694 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 TSI 4MOTION S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a reliable?
Based on 600 MOT tests, the Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a has a 90.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a do per year?
The typical Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a does around 8,694 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION 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 TSI 4MOTION S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volkswagen Arteon R TSI 4MOTION S-a is 2023 with a 94.2% pass rate across 69 tests.