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B19 VWT

1997 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,975 mi
Last recorded57,975 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Transporter141,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 VWT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 57,975 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2024 56,308 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 55,536 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 52,846 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 51,512 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 51,460 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 50,128 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 48,560 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 48,077 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 44,518 miles

rear exhaust tailpipe heavilly corroded

Fail 28 Mar 2017 44,518 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear exhaust tailpipe heavilly corroded

Pass 24 Feb 2016 40,723 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 39,987 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 39,691 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 39,691 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 May 2013 38,367 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 37,026 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 35,459 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 34,750 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 34,747 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2009 33,420 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 32,390 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 31,719 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 29,568 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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B19 VWT is a 1997 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B19 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B19 VWT registered?

B19 VWT is a 1997 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 May 1997.

Is B19 VWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B19 VWT shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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