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241 GLT

1998 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2021
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,368 mi
Last recorded40,368 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2020
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Transporter144,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration241 GLT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2020 40,368 miles

emissions too clean to register

Pass 3 Apr 2019 40,012 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 39,709 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 38,037 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 37,837 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 36,882 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 35,923 miles

o/s/f tyre -outer sidewall/tread deteriorated/cracked

rear tyres -outer sidewalls/tread deteriorated/cracked

Pass 20 Nov 2012 34,262 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 33,495 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 31,949 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 28,911 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 28,508 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 27,861 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 26,104 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 24,600 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 22,386 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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241 GLT is a 1998 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 144,790 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 241 GLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 28 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 241 GLT?

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What year was 241 GLT registered?

241 GLT is a 1998 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is 241 GLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 241 GLT shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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