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9 SY

2012 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

42,035 mi
Last recorded42,035 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Transporter88,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration9 SY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2012
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 42,035 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 36,696 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 31,503 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2023 31,477 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2022 28,763 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 26,287 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 23,729 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 20,963 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 20,134 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 18,708 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 13,278 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 8,890 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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9 SY is a 2012 Volkswagen Transporter in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 88,875 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 9 SY, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 9 SY?

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What year was 9 SY registered?

9 SY is a 2012 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 August 2012.

Is 9 SY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 9 SY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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