Cheap Volkswagen Transporter Wiper Motor
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Choosing the right used Volkswagen Transporter wiper motor
Used wiper motors vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:
- State whether it's front or rear
- State hatchback or estate if it's for the rear
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Fitment questions
What generation is my Volkswagen Transporter and does the generation affect which wiper motor fits?
The Transporter T5 ran from 2003 to 2015, with a notable facelift in 2009, and the T6 ran from 2015 onwards with a facelift in 2019 (the T6.1). Generation is the key factor for wiper motor fitment, so a T5 motor and a T6 motor are not the same part. Always quote your generation and whether you need the front or rear motor when approaching a breaker.
Will a wiper motor from a 2008 Transporter T5 fit my 2011 T5?
Both a 2008 and a 2011 Transporter are T5 generation, but the T5 received a facelift in 2009 which could affect wiper motor compatibility. Whether the pre-facelift and post-facelift front wiper motor interchange is not something we can state with certainty, so confirm this directly with the breaker quoting against your registration. Either way, specifying front or rear and your exact year will help the breaker pull the right unit.
Does a wiper motor from a T6 fit a T6.1 Transporter?
The T6.1 facelift arrived in 2019, and while it shares the T6 platform, changes to the front end mean the wiper motor may or may not be the same part across that boundary. You should confirm with the breaker whether the specific part number crosses the 2019 facelift cut-off for your van. Giving the breaker your full registration is the safest approach here.
Does the trim level affect which wiper motor fits my Transporter — for example, does a Highline motor differ from a Trendline or Comfortline motor?
Trim level does not affect wiper motor fitment on the Transporter — a Highline, Trendline, or Comfortline of the same generation will use the same front or rear wiper motor. You may find cosmetic differences between vehicles of different trims, such as trim strips or interior finish, but these have no bearing on the motor itself. Focus on matching the generation and front versus rear position when sourcing from a breaker.
Does the engine size or type affect which wiper motor I need for my Transporter?
No, engine size and type do not affect wiper motor fitment on the Transporter. Whether your van is a 2.0 TDI, 2.5 TDI, or any other variant, the wiper motor is determined by the body generation and whether you need the front or rear unit. Just confirm the generation (T5 or T6) and the position with the breaker.
Should I buy a front or rear wiper motor, and how do I tell them apart when buying from a breaker?
Front and rear wiper motors are completely different parts and will not interchange, so you need to be clear with the breaker which one you need. The front motor drives the linked twin-wiper mechanism on the windscreen, while the rear motor is a smaller, self-contained unit mounted in the tailgate. Tell the breaker your generation, year, and whether you need NS or OS linkage details for the front, or confirm rear tailgate fitment, so they can pull the correct unit.