2014 Volkswagen Tr Porter — MOT failures & pass rate
950 MOT tests on the 2014 Volkswagen Tr Porter are in this dataset, and 81.6% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail at 18.3%, so the 2014 Tr Porter sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (6.8%) and lighting & signalling (6.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, tread depth and track rod end — coil spring alone was recorded 38 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 24.2% versus 10.6%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 20.4% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 6.8% | 65 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 6.0% | 57 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.8% | 55 |
| 4 | Tyres | 4.6% | 44 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.6% | 25 |
| 6 | Steering | 2.5% | 24 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 38 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 33 |
| 3 | Track rod end | 25 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 22 |
| 5 | Anti-lock braking system | 20 |
| 6 | Washers | 20 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 20.4% | 194 |
| 2 | Brakes | 19.8% | 188 |
| 3 | Suspension | 12.1% | 115 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 11.7% | 111 |
| 5 | Other defects | 7.7% | 73 |
| 6 | Visibility | 6.2% | 59 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 180 | 10.6% |
| 60-90k | 270 | 15.9% |
| 90-120k | 223 | 19.7% |
| 120-150k | 160 | 28.7% |
| 150k+ | 95 | 24.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 192 | 16.7% |
| 2022 | 191 | 16.8% |
| 2023 | 195 | 21.0% |
| 2024 | 189 | 20.1% |
| 2025 | 183 | 17.5% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Tr Porter
On a 2014 Tr Porter, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 6.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (6.8% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (6.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (5.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2014 Volkswagen Tr Porters pass their MOT?
81.6% of the 950 2014 Volkswagen Tr Porter MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 18.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Volkswagen Tr Porter?
Suspension, recorded in 6.8% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (6.0%).
Does the 2014 Tr Porter get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.6% in the 30-60k band to 24.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 950 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.