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A21 VWT

2016 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,616 mi
Last recorded90,616 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Transporter64,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 VWT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 90,616 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2026 90,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2025 88,430 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2024 84,024 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 79,917 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 65,372 miles

Both front fog lights are inoperative

Offside Front brake calliper retaining spring is missing

Fail 12 Apr 2022 65,372 miles

Both front fog lights are inoperative

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front brake calliper retaining spring is missing

Pass 4 Mar 2021 53,279 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 39,886 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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A21 VWT is a 2016 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 64,758 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A21 VWT, 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 10 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 A21 VWT registered?

A21 VWT is a 2016 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is A21 VWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 VWT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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