Volkswagen Transporter MOT Results
Registered in 201169.4% pass rate
from 13,173 tests in 2021
(29% better than other 2011 vans)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item
Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2011 vans and highlighted areas where the Volkswagen Transporter is unusually good or bad.
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10% fail on
Suspension
(35% better than other 2011 vans)
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4.0% fail on
Anti-roll bars
(35% better than other 2011 vans)
- 1.4% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover (44% worse than other 2011 vans)
- 1.1% fail on Linkage ball joints (57% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.73% fail on Pins and bushes (26% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.50% fail on Ball joint dust cover
- 0.25% fail on Ball joint (64% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.17% fail on Linkage pins and bushes (67% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.15% fail on Linkage (60% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.015% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
- 0.0076% fail on Anti-roll bar
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3.8% fail on
Springs
(18% better than other 2011 vans)
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3.8% fail on
Coil springs
(21% worse than other 2011 vans)
- 3.8% fail on Coil spring (20% worse than other 2011 vans)
- 0.023% fail on Mounting
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3.8% fail on
Coil springs
(21% worse than other 2011 vans)
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2.7% fail on
Suspension arms
(50% better than other 2011 vans)
- 1.7% fail on Pins and bushes (22% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.61% fail on Ball joint dust cover (36% worse than other 2011 vans)
- 0.43% fail on Ball joint (85% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.023% fail on Suspension arm
- 0.61% fail on Wheel bearings (58% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.58% fail on Shock absorbers
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0.27% fail on
Other suspension component
(45% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.20% fail on Ball joint dust cover (150% worse than other 2011 vans)
- 0.061% fail on Ball joint (82% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.0076% fail on Other suspension component
- 0.0076% fail on Pins and bushes
- 0.091% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas (85% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.046% fail on
Macpherson strut
(86% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.023% fail on Pins and bushes (84% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.015% fail on Macpherson strut
- 0.0076% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
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0.046% fail on
Suspension rods
- 0.023% fail on Ball joint
- 0.015% fail on Ball joint dust cover
- 0.0076% fail on Pins and bushes
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0.023% fail on
Sub-frames
(74% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.0076% fail on Sub-frame
- 0.0076% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
- 0.0076% fail on Pins and bushes
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0.0076% fail on
Axles
- 0.0076% fail on Swivel pins and bushes
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0.0076% fail on
Air/gas/fluid suspension
- 0.0076% fail on Operation
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4.0% fail on
Anti-roll bars
(35% better than other 2011 vans)
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8.5% fail on
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
(55% better than other 2011 vans)
- 2.8% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (49% better than other 2011 vans)
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2.8% fail on
Headlamp aim
(23% better than other 2011 vans)
- 2.7% fail on Headlamp aim (18% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.084% fail on Headlamp aim not tested (77% better than other 2011 vans)
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1.2% fail on
Headlamps
(65% better than other 2011 vans)
- 1.0% fail on Headlamp (69% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.16% fail on Headlamp levelling device
- 0.015% fail on Dipswitch
- 0.015% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
- 0.0076% fail on Matched pair
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0.88% fail on
Front and rear fog lamps
(60% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.88% fail on
Rear fog lamp
(60% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.88% fail on Rear fog lamp (60% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.88% fail on
Rear fog lamp
(60% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.62% fail on Stop lamp (89% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.51% fail on Rear reflectors (94% worse than other 2011 vans)
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0.49% fail on
Electrical equipment
(43% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.22% fail on Battery(ies)
- 0.14% fail on Horn (76% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.076% fail on Trailer electrical socket
- 0.068% fail on Electrical wiring
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0.33% fail on
Direction indicators
(88% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.33% fail on
Flashing type
(88% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.25% fail on Side repeaters (70% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.061% fail on Individual direction indicators (97% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.023% fail on All direction indicators (83% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.33% fail on
Flashing type
(88% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.16% fail on
Reversing lamps
(74% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.16% fail on Reversing lamps (74% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.11% fail on
Position lamps
(72% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.091% fail on Position lamp (76% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.023% fail on Switch
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0.046% fail on
Mandatory tell-tales
- 0.038% fail on Rear fog lamp tell-tale
- 0.0076% fail on Main beam tell-tale
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0.0076% fail on
Hazard warning
- 0.0076% fail on Switch
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6.5% fail on
Visibility
(22% better than other 2011 vans)
- 4.0% fail on Washers
- 2.6% fail on Wipers (30% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.20% fail on
View to rear
(71% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.20% fail on Mirrors (70% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.17% fail on
Condition of glass
(63% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.17% fail on Windscreen (63% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.091% fail on Bonnet
- 0.0076% fail on Driver's view
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5.9% fail on
Brakes
(58% better than other 2011 vans)
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2.7% fail on
Mechanical brake components
(41% better than other 2011 vans)
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2.1% fail on
Brake linings and pads
(32% better than other 2011 vans)
- 2.1% fail on Brake pads (32% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.0076% fail on Brake linings
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0.61% fail on
Brake discs and drums
(62% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.61% fail on Brake discs (61% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.26% fail on
Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages
- 0.25% fail on Cable
- 0.0076% fail on Lever
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2.1% fail on
Brake linings and pads
(32% better than other 2011 vans)
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2.0% fail on
Brake performance
(72% better than other 2011 vans)
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1.1% fail on
Service brake performance
(49% better than other 2011 vans)
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1.0% fail on
Rbt
(50% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.85% fail on Service brake performance (49% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.24% fail on Service brake imbalance (52% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.038% fail on
Plate brake tester
- 0.023% fail on Service brake performance
- 0.015% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
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0.0076% fail on
Decelerometer
- 0.0076% fail on Service brake performance
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1.0% fail on
Rbt
(50% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.74% fail on
Parking brake efficiency (sp)
(85% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.72% fail on Rbt (sp) (85% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.0076% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
- 0.0076% fail on Gradient tester (sp)
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0.33% fail on
Parking brake performance
(82% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.32% fail on
Rbt
(82% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.32% fail on Parking brake performance (80% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.015% fail on
Plate brake tester
- 0.015% fail on Parking brake performance
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0.0076% fail on
Decelerometer
- 0.0076% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
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0.32% fail on
Rbt
(82% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.32% fail on
Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
(66% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.30% fail on
Rbt (sp)
(66% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.20% fail on Service brake performance (65% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.11% fail on Service brake imbalance (72% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.0076% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
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0.0076% fail on
Plate brake tester (sp)
- 0.0076% fail on Service brake performance
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0.30% fail on
Rbt (sp)
(66% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.023% fail on Brake performance not tested (90% better than other 2011 vans)
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1.1% fail on
Service brake performance
(49% better than other 2011 vans)
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1.1% fail on
ABS / EBS / ESC
- 0.92% fail on Anti-lock braking system
- 0.45% fail on Electronic stability control
- 0.015% fail on Electronic braking system
- 0.27% fail on Flexible brake hoses
- 0.16% fail on Rigid brake pipes (95% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.068% fail on
Hydraulic systems
- 0.068% fail on Brake fluid
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0.061% fail on
Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
(73% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.053% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers (72% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.0076% fail on Hydraulic brake cylinder
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0.053% fail on
Service brake pedal or hand lever
(92% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.038% fail on Hand lever (75% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.015% fail on Pedal (97% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.046% fail on
Parking brake control
(91% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.046% fail on Lever (91% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.015% fail on
Air and vacuum systems
- 0.015% fail on Leaks
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0.0076% fail on
Other components and prescribed areas
- 0.0076% fail on Other components
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2.7% fail on
Mechanical brake components
(41% better than other 2011 vans)
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4.9% fail on
Tyres
(19% better than other 2011 vans)
- 2.6% fail on Condition
- 2.5% fail on Tread depth (30% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.16% fail on Size/type
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2.3% fail on
Steering
(54% better than other 2011 vans)
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2.1% fail on
Steering linkage components
(51% better than other 2011 vans)
- 2.1% fail on Track rod end (49% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.038% fail on Ball joint (76% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.015% fail on Drag link end
- 0.0076% fail on Steering arm
- 0.0076% fail on Locking devices
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0.17% fail on
Steering gear
(54% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.15% fail on Steering rack (56% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.023% fail on Operation
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0.068% fail on
Power steering
(81% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.030% fail on Operation (77% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.023% fail on Other components (76% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.015% fail on Pipes and hoses (89% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.015% fail on Pump
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0.046% fail on
Steering play
(73% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.030% fail on Steering rack (82% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.015% fail on Steering box
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2.1% fail on
Steering linkage components
(51% better than other 2011 vans)
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2.3% fail on
Noise, emissions and leaks
(54% better than other 2011 vans)
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2.2% fail on
Exhaust emissions
(52% better than other 2011 vans)
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1.7% fail on
Compression ignition
(55% better than other 2011 vans)
- 1.4% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (24% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.20% fail on On or after 01/07/2008 (88% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.061% fail on Emissions not tested (82% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.030% fail on
Emission control equipment
- 0.015% fail on Particulate filter
- 0.015% fail on Other emission control equipment
- 0.015% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo
- 0.0076% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
- 0.0076% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
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0.52% fail on
Spark ignition
(39% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.49% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (36% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.015% fail on Catalyst emissions
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0.0076% fail on
Emission control equipment
- 0.0076% fail on Particulate filter
- 0.0076% fail on Non catalyst emissions
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1.7% fail on
Compression ignition
(55% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.061% fail on
Fluid leaks
(86% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.046% fail on Engine oil leaks (87% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.0076% fail on Hydraulic fluid leaks
- 0.0076% fail on Other leaks
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0.023% fail on
Noise suppression
- 0.023% fail on Undertray
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2.2% fail on
Exhaust emissions
(52% better than other 2011 vans)
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2.1% fail on
Body, chassis, structure
(69% better than other 2011 vans)
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1.1% fail on
Transmission
(69% better than other 2011 vans)
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1.1% fail on
Drive shafts
(66% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.99% fail on Joints (69% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.068% fail on Drive shaft
- 0.038% fail on Bearing housing (3 times worse than other 2011 vans)
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0.023% fail on
Prop shafts
(94% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.023% fail on Joints (90% better than other 2011 vans)
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1.1% fail on
Drive shafts
(66% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.31% fail on Exhaust system (71% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.15% fail on
Doors
(63% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.084% fail on
Other passenger's door
- 0.084% fail on Door condition
- 0.0076% fail on Catch
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0.038% fail on
Front passenger's door
(77% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.038% fail on Door condition (76% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.030% fail on
Driver's door
(74% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.023% fail on Door condition (78% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.0076% fail on Hinge
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0.084% fail on
Other passenger's door
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0.13% fail on
Body
(66% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.11% fail on Other body component (58% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.015% fail on Panel (82% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.11% fail on
Seats
(55% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.076% fail on Passenger's seat
- 0.038% fail on Driver's seat (76% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.084% fail on
Engine mounting
- 0.076% fail on Engine mounting condition
- 0.0076% fail on Bracket
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0.076% fail on
Fuel system
(84% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.030% fail on Tank (77% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.015% fail on Hose
- 0.015% fail on Pipe (83% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.015% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device (93% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.076% fail on Bumpers (59% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.076% fail on Undertray (2 times worse than other 2011 vans)
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0.015% fail on
Integral vehicle structure
(96% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.015% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition (96% better than other 2011 vans)
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0.015% fail on
Cabs
- 0.015% fail on Prescribed areas
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0.0076% fail on
Spare wheel
- 0.0076% fail on Carrier
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0.0076% fail on
Towbar
- 0.0076% fail on Other towbar components
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0.0076% fail on
Load security
- 0.0076% fail on Loading door
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1.1% fail on
Transmission
(69% better than other 2011 vans)
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1.7% fail on
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
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0.96% fail on
Seat belts
- 0.80% fail on Condition
- 0.076% fail on Requirements
- 0.053% fail on Prescribed areas (82% better than other 2011 vans)
- 0.046% fail on Attachment
- 0.74% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
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0.023% fail on
Airbags
- 0.023% fail on Drivers airbag
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0.96% fail on
Seat belts
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0.60% fail on
Identification of the vehicle
- 0.60% fail on Registration plates
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0.35% fail on
Road Wheels
- 0.25% fail on Attachment
- 0.099% fail on Condition
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0.023% fail on
Seat belt installation check
- 0.015% fail on Anchorages
- 0.0076% fail on Belt(s)/padding