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A1 DTC

2002 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

79,849 mi
Last recorded79,849 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Transporter130,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 DTC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 79,849 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 77,397 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 75,685 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 72,842 miles

under body components obscuring testable items.

Fail 30 Nov 2021 72,842 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 70,309 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 68,056 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 63,388 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 62,828 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 61,642 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 59,393 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 55,937 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 55,936 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 54,588 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 52,741 miles

smokey on idle

Fail 26 Jan 2013 51,579 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 51,579 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 49,684 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 49,682 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 19 May 2011 47,139 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 44,265 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 41,474 miles

no towball fitted tow frame

Pass 29 May 2008 37,878 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 34,256 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

near side wash jet not fully on sceen

Pass 7 Apr 2006 32,428 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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A1 DTC is a 2002 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 130,426 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 A1 DTC, 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 24 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A1 DTC registered?

A1 DTC is a 2002 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 January 2002.

Is A1 DTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 DTC shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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