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Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a reliable? We analysed 457 real MOT tests across 305 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 457 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.5%
Typical Mileage
28,900mi
Annual Mileage
15,138mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen Multivan Style 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 Multivan Style PHEV S-a.

Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a Number Plates

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Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

93.2%
2023
89.7%
2022

Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/50R18 1

Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen Multivan Style 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
7,310 mi/yr
Typical
15,138 mi/yr
Average
20,554 mi/yr
Heavy usage
28,846 mi/yr

Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 146 93.2% 22,417 36,900 49,720
2022 272 89.7% 19,656 27,020 35,964

How Long Does a Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a Last?

Based on 305 Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.3 years
Median
2.0 years

Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volkswagen Multivan Style 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
28,900 mi
75th Percentile
41,965 mi
95th Percentile
63,456 mi
Max Recorded
102,647 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a

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

Best year
2023

93.2% MOT pass rate from 146 tests

Year to avoid
2022

89.7% MOT pass rate from 272 tests

The best year to buy a used Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.2% across 146 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Volkswagen Multivan Style 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 Multivan Style PHEV S-a THIS CAR 91.5% 457 28,900 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
Abarth F595 88.9% 615 19,039 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a?

The Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.5% across 457 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 has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Volkswagen Multivan Style 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 Multivan Style PHEV S-a owner drives around 15,138 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 Multivan Style PHEV S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a reliable?
Based on 457 MOT tests, the Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a has a 91.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a do per year?
The typical Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a does around 15,138 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volkswagen Multivan Style 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 Multivan Style PHEV S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volkswagen Multivan Style PHEV S-a is 2023 with a 93.2% pass rate across 146 tests.