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A16 CTE

2006 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

208,998 mi
Last recorded208,998 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Transporter120,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 CTE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 208,998 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/65x15c (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2025 201,202 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/65x16c change asap (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/65x16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2024 192,210 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip within limit zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2024 192,177 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip within limit zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 182,307 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 May 2023 182,307 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2022 172,704 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 172,704 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working side repeater (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 May 2021 161,902 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips in front windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2021 161,902 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips in front windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 148,934 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view STONE CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 141,185 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 141,183 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 14 May 2018 129,379 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 119,202 miles

front brake disc lipped

Fail 12 May 2017 119,202 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

front brake disc lipped

Pass 6 May 2016 107,806 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 100,812 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

silencers are showing signs of deterioration

Pass 22 May 2014 92,824 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 82,245 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2012 69,630 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 58,373 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 May 2011 58,373 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 43,291 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 14,502 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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A16 CTE is a 2006 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 120,408 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 A16 CTE, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A16 CTE registered?

A16 CTE is a 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 June 2006.

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