2020 Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Ln 4M Sa — MOT failures & pass rate
1,025 MOT tests on the 2020 Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Ln 4M Sa are in this dataset, and 89.8% of them passed. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (9.4% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in suspension, tyres and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (3.6%) and tyres (2.7%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, joints and brake pads — coil spring alone was recorded 35 times.
A 90-120k example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 15.2% versus 4.9%.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 14.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 3.6% | 37 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.7% | 28 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.4% | 14 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.2% | 12 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 11 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.1% | 11 |
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 | 35 |
| 2 | Joints | 13 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 12 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 9 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 9 |
| 6 | Wipers | 8 |
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 | 14.1% | 144 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.5% | 108 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.8% | 49 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.9% | 40 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.5% | 36 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 13 |
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 | 325 | 4.9% |
| 30-60k | 496 | 11.7% |
| 60-90k | 154 | 14.3% |
| 90-120k | 33 | 15.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 324 | 10.2% |
| 2024 | 340 | 10.3% |
| 2025 | 347 | 10.4% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Transporter T32 H-Ln 4M Sa
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 3.6% of tests. Start there.
- Suspension (3.6% 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 (2.7% 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.
- Brakes (1.4% 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 2020 Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Ln 4M Sas pass their MOT?
89.8% of the 1,025 2020 Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Ln 4M Sa MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volkswagen Transporter T32 H-Ln 4M Sa?
Suspension, recorded in 3.6% of tests, followed by tyres (2.7%).
Does the 2020 Transporter T32 H-Ln 4M Sa get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.9% in the 0-30k band to 15.2% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,025 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.