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B25 MEE

1997 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,812 mi
Last recorded51,812 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Transporter141,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB25 MEE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 51,812 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 48,577 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 47,955 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 47,861 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 47,668 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 47,546 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 12 Jul 2021 47,542 miles

Emissions not tested engine noises, unable to rev as engine power restricted (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 47,454 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 46,785 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 45,776 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 44,971 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 43,380 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 42,359 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 40,067 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 38,476 miles

Front tyres starting to perish

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

Fail 27 Jun 2012 37,221 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/f brake disc inner face starting to wear

Pass 27 Jun 2012 37,221 miles

o/s/f brake disc inner face starting to wear

Pass 28 Jun 2011 35,976 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 35,336 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 34,407 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 32,022 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 32,022 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 29,731 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 28,803 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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B25 MEE is a 1997 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 B25 MEE, 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 B25 MEE registered?

B25 MEE is a 1997 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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