How reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline Tdi?
Owner-reported reliability data — inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline Tdi passes first-time inspections at roughly the European average. The most commonly reported issues are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Above average reliability
Based on 7,688 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 83.7%.
Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline Tdi reliability by year
How the Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline Tdi performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 84.1% | 49,077 km |
| 2019 | 85.1% | 114,158 km |
| 2020 | 83.7% | 136,632 km |
| 2021 | 84.3% | — |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline Tdi as a model. The reliability of any individual Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline Tdi also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline Tdi reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline Tdi passes first-time inspections at roughly the European average. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 84%. Reliability varies by year and engine — see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline Tdi?
The most common owner-reported issues are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (1.7% of inspections); A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage (1.6% of inspections); The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.2% of inspections); A tyre seriously damaged (1% of inspections); Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (0.7% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline Tdi?
For a typical Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline Tdi, owner-reported average mileage works out to about 68,732 km at 3 years, 136,632 km at 5 years, and — at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution — high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Volkswagen Transporter T28 Startline Tdi before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car — model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.