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Volkswagen Arteon buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Volkswagen Arteon costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 190 for sale right now.
Used Volkswagen Arteon prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | €38,950 | 63k km | 31 |
| 2023 | €32,950 | 95k km | 55 |
| 2022 | €30,950 | 118k km | 27 |
| 2021 | €30,000 | 97k km | 7 |
| 2020 | €26,950 | 119k km | 13 |
| 2019 | €24,950 | 130k km | 21 |
| 2018 | €22,950 | 142k km | 27 |
| 2017 | €24,000 | 116k km | 8 |
Volkswagen Arteon NCT pass rate
How often Volkswagen Arteons pass their NCT first time, against all cars the same age (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | All cars that age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 72% | 80% | |
| 2021 | 72% | 80% | |
| 2020 | 62% | 75% | |
| 2019 | 75% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 61% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 59% | 64% |
Most common reasons a 2022 Volkswagen Arteon fails: wheels & tyres (10% of tests, more than most cars), safety equipment (7% of tests, more than most cars), headlight aim (6% of tests, more than most cars), shock absorbers (5% of tests, more than most cars).
Common Volkswagen Arteon problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Timing belt history · €350–€700
Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Diesel | ~350k km | ~€270 | 99 |
| 2.0 Petrol | ~300k km | ~€570 | 26 |
| 1.4 Hybrid | ~300k km | ~€190 | 6 |
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Volkswagen Arteon
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming beltsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Before you buy a used Volkswagen Arteon
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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