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A6 OVT

1997 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

150,666 mi
Last recorded150,666 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Transporter141,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 OVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 150,666 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s main corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective middle (6.1.2 (a))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s Wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

o/s & n/s front tyre inner edges slight wear

Pass 28 Jan 2025 147,530 miles

Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

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

Pass 5 Feb 2024 144,913 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

front brake discs pitted

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 17 Jan 2023 144,140 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

signs of underbody corrosion

Pass 28 Jan 2022 143,823 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Dec 2020 143,225 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Dec 2020 143,225 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 21 May 2019 137,822 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 134,804 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 131,017 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 61,487 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 124,877 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 122,804 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 117,752 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

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

Pass 1 May 2012 116,704 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2011 109,488 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 102,452 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2009 95,386 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2008 87,974 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 80,820 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 74,638 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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A6 OVT is a 1997 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 141,148 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 A6 OVT, 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 29 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 A6 OVT registered?

A6 OVT is a 1997 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is A6 OVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 OVT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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