The decision would also depend on the driving profile and the age of the vehicle.
Before that, however, I would use a battery tester (MWB), a starter generator tester (STG), and a multimeter to directly check the battery and ensure there is no excessive voltage drop.
PS: I've moved the topic.

MfG. Michael
VW Golf IV TDI GTI 4-Motion Bj.2002 MKB/GKB: ARL/FEK
VW T4 Pritsche TDI Bj.1999 MKB/GKB: AXG/AFK (Selfmade)