1993 Volkswagen T4 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for T4 models manufactured in 1993, based on 31 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1993 Volkswagen T4 MOT Analysis
The 1993 Volkswagen T4 has an MOT pass rate of 54.8% based on 31 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 195,215 miles on the odometer. With a 45.2% failure rate, the 1993 T4 is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1993 Volkswagen T4 is Suspension, responsible for 6.5% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500.
Top failures specific to 1993 models only. The overall T4 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 6.5% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 195,215 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.33 | 6.5% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1993 Volkswagen T4 has an MOT pass rate of 54.8% based on 31 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 195,215 miles on the odometer. With a 45.2% failure rate, the 1993 T4 is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1993 Volkswagen T4, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With an average mileage of 195,215 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Suspension — 6.5% of failures
Suspension issues account for 6.5% of MOT failures on 1993 Volkswagen T4 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.