2011 Volkswagen Touran — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 38,191 MOT tests analysed for the 2011 Volkswagen Touran, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 78.3% was above the average for MPVs of a similar age (75.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 23.4% in the 150k+ group versus 6.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 12.0% | 4,585 |
| 2 | Tyres | 7.0% | 2,675 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 7.0% | 2,662 |
| 4 | Brakes | 5.6% | 2,124 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.3% | 1,272 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.8% | 690 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 1,744 |
| 2 | Coil spring | 1,403 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 1,364 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 1,182 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 1,005 |
| 6 | Ball joint dust cover | 874 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 36.1% | 13,797 |
| 2 | Tyres | 31.1% | 11,858 |
| 3 | Brakes | 20.9% | 7,996 |
| 4 | Other defects | 12.2% | 4,641 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 7.0% | 2,665 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 6.1% | 2,313 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 183 | 6.6% |
| 30-60k | 2,896 | 15.1% |
| 60-90k | 8,690 | 19.5% |
| 90-120k | 11,802 | 23.2% |
| 120-150k | 8,221 | 23.1% |
| 150k+ | 6,390 | 23.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 33,770 | 22.4% |
| Petrol | 4,421 | 16.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 7,647 | 20.8% |
| 2022 | 7,824 | 20.5% |
| 2023 | 7,944 | 22.5% |
| 2024 | 7,560 | 22.1% |
| 2025 | 7,216 | 22.6% |
What to check before buying a 2011 Touran
Before buying a 2011 Volkswagen Touran, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 12.0% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (12.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Tyres (7.0% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (7.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2011 Volkswagen Tourans pass their MOT?
78.3% of the 38,191 2011 Volkswagen Touran MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 21.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2011 Volkswagen Touran?
Suspension, recorded in 12.0% of tests, followed by tyres (7.0%).
Does the 2011 Touran get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.6% in the 0-30k band to 23.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 38,191 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.