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Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a reliable? We analysed 3,509 real MOT tests across 2,500 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,509 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.2%
Typical Mileage
23,933mi
Annual Mileage
6,532mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI 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 Taigo R-line TSI S-a.

Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a Number Plates

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

Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

90.6%
2023
91.2%
2022

Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11

Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI 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
4,459 mi/yr
Typical
6,532 mi/yr
Average
7,340 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,338 mi/yr

Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 832 90.6% 15,906 22,824 32,309
2022 2,503 91.2% 17,282 24,088 32,446

How Long Does a Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a Last?

Based on 2,500 Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.4 years
Median
2.0 years

Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a Mileage Distribution

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

Median
23,933 mi
75th Percentile
32,567 mi
95th Percentile
50,739 mi
Max Recorded
152,153 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a

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

Best year
2022

91.2% MOT pass rate from 2,503 tests

Year to avoid
2023

90.6% MOT pass rate from 832 tests

The best year to buy a used Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.2% across 2,503 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI 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 Taigo R-line TSI S-a THIS CAR 91.2% 3,509 23,933 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
Toyota Yaris T3 D-4D 77% 1,191 124,547 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a?

The Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.2% across 3,509 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 Taigo R-line TSI 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 Taigo R-line TSI S-a owner drives around 6,532 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 Taigo R-line TSI S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a reliable?
Based on 3,509 MOT tests, the Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a has a 91.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a do per year?
The typical Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a does around 6,532 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI 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 Taigo R-line TSI S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volkswagen Taigo R-line TSI S-a is 2022 with a 91.2% pass rate across 2,503 tests.