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A16 PJD

2017 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

156,203 mi
Last recorded156,203 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Transporter58,230 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 PJD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 156,203 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 134,344 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Covers fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 107,986 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

covers

Pass 27 Jul 2023 83,067 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2023 83,067 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 56,319 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 52,141 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 45,007 miles

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

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 PJD is a 2017 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 58,230 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 PJD, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A16 PJD registered?

A16 PJD is a 2017 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 September 2017.

Is A16 PJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 PJD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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