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271D246

2004 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,643 mi
Last recorded35,643 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Transporter129,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration271D246
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 35,643 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides opaque (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 30 Oct 2023 35,643 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides opaque (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working insecure (3.4 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 35,062 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 34,616 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 33,903 miles

All brake discs have surface corrosion consistent with standing

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides @ 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides @ 50% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 32,886 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 32,475 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 32,054 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 31,044 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 30,100 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 28,038 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 27,489 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 26,544 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

advise: tyre side walls perishing

Pass 10 Feb 2012 25,809 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all 4 tyres are perishing on the side walls

Pass 24 Feb 2011 25,715 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

advise n/s/f tyre perishing on outer side wall

Pass 23 Feb 2010 25,275 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 23,850 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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271D246 is a 2004 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 129,102 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 271D246, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 271D246 registered?

271D246 is a 2004 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 August 2004.

Is 271D246 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 271D246 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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