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D9 ECK

1997 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

58,619 mi
Last recorded58,619 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Transporter141,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD9 ECK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 58,619 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 57,314 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2024 57,314 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Dec 2023 53,313 miles

Front Front Inner arches/ bumper support corroded, non structural - Both sides

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Pass 14 Oct 2022 51,628 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Fail 11 Oct 2022 51,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Pass 20 Oct 2021 49,226 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2021 49,226 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 46,875 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 27 Oct 2020 46,857 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195-70-15C (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 44,105 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 41,971 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion outrigger (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 39,184 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 37,329 miles

offside front outrigger in wheel arch area rusty and holed

Pass 5 May 2015 35,271 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2014 33,830 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 33,830 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Oct 2012 33,316 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 33,316 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 32,683 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 32,683 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 31,106 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 29,255 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 29,239 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 1 Apr 2009 29,239 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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D9 ECK is a 1997 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 D9 ECK, 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 D9 ECK registered?

D9 ECK is a 1997 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is D9 ECK safe to buy?

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