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A9 BAJ

1998 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,540 mi
Last recorded105,540 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Transporter144,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 BAJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 105,540 miles

Nearside Front Inner sill corrosion

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front inner wheel arch corrosion

Offside Front Inner wheel arch corrosion

Rear x member corrosion

Pass 26 Mar 2025 104,120 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner sill corrosion

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

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

Rear x member corrosion

Fail 26 Mar 2025 104,120 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Inner sill corrosion

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

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

Rear x member corrosion

Pass 28 Mar 2024 102,482 miles

Nearside Front Arch showing signs of corrosion

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Arch showing signs of corrosion

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2024 102,481 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Arch showing signs of corrosion

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Arch showing signs of corrosion

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2023 100,446 miles

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch corrosion

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Inner wheel arch corrosion

Fail 28 Mar 2023 100,443 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch corrosion

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Inner wheel arch corrosion

Pass 28 Mar 2022 98,673 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear x member corrosion

Pass 18 Mar 2021 97,032 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2021 97,032 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 96,364 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 96,362 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2019 92,683 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 87,650 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 81,990 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 81,989 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 77,123 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 71,764 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 66,491 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 61,865 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 57,451 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 57,003 miles

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

rear discs in poor condition

Pass 9 Mar 2010 53,924 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 52,746 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 49,423 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 46,614 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 42,053 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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A9 BAJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 144,790 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 A9 BAJ, 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 28 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 A9 BAJ registered?

A9 BAJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 7 March 1998.

Is A9 BAJ safe to buy?

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