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B3 MJL

1997 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

58,533 mi
Last recorded58,533 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Transporter141,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 MJL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 58,533 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 58,415 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 58,312 miles

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Exhaust silencer slightly loose centre silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 58,278 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 58,199 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 57,765 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 56,934 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 56,701 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 54,917 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 53,684 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 52,550 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 52,550 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 51,297 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 49,359 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 47,977 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 47,977 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 46,935 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 45,706 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 44,815 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 13 Oct 2009 44,815 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 42,497 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 36,412 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 36,720 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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B3 MJL is a 1997 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 B3 MJL, 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

How do I check the history of B3 MJL?

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What year was B3 MJL registered?

B3 MJL is a 1997 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 October 1997.

Is B3 MJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 MJL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B3 MJL have outstanding finance?

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