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A321 BDL

2002 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

131,535 mi
Last recorded131,535 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Transporter130,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA321 BDL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 131,535 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 128,857 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 125,083 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge,, tread depth ok (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge,, tread depth ok (5.2.3 (e))

vehicle is Absolutely Outstanding condition

Pass 23 Jun 2023 122,930 miles

N/s/f and N/s/r tyres, worn slightly on outer edges

Vehicle in "Absolutely Outstanding" condition

Fail 23 Jun 2023 122,930 miles

N/s/f and N/s/r tyres, worn slightly on outer edges

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle in "Absolutely Outstanding" condition

Pass 10 Jun 2022 120,172 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play recommend replace (2.1.3 (b) (i))

vehicle is in "Excellent" condition

Pass 2 Jun 2021 117,436 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

vehicle in "Excellent" condition for age

Pass 26 Jun 2020 115,459 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

vehicle in "excellent" condition

Pass 29 Mar 2019 111,403 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 27 Mar 2018 107,045 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 26 Mar 2018 107,045 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulge in outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

o/s/r tyre.. outer sidewalls perished

Pass 7 Apr 2017 102,722 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 102,722 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 96,943 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 96,943 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 90,919 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 85,814 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 80,827 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing slightly on edges

recommend check steering track and tyre pressures

Pass 12 Apr 2012 76,540 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

nearside rear tyre, wearing slightly on edge

Pass 21 Apr 2011 73,191 miles

both front tyres have slight wear on outer edges

rattle from rear exhaust

Pass 23 Apr 2010 69,774 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 65,601 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Apr 2009 65,601 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 May 2008 61,816 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 61,488 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 41,796 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 28,935 miles

1 led in centre rear brake light not working

nearside rear airbag deflated

Fail 25 Oct 2005 28,935 miles

Nearside Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

1 led in centre rear brake light not working

nearside rear airbag deflated

offside rear side light not working on beacon

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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A321 BDL is a 2002 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 A321 BDL, 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 A321 BDL registered?

A321 BDL is a 2002 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 July 2002.

Is A321 BDL safe to buy?

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