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E2 SAA

1997 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

57,581 mi
Last recorded57,581 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Transporter141,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE2 SAA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 57,581 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 57,151 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 56,713 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 56,036 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 55,366 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 54,269 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 53,541 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 52,520 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 51,744 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 50,685 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 48,994 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 47,771 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 46,384 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 44,757 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 42,882 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 41,090 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2010 41,090 miles

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

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

rear tyres have age related cracks

Pass 5 Nov 2009 38,851 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 35,990 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 33,153 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 30,242 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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E2 SAA is a 1997 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 E2 SAA, 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 E2 SAA registered?

E2 SAA is a 1997 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 5 November 1997.

Is E2 SAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E2 SAA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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