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K222 SHG

1995 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

191,397 mi
Last recorded191,397 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 1995 Volkswagen Transporter146,432 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK222 SHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 191,397 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 191,361 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 185,510 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Dec 2021 168,749 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 133,592 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2019 129,548 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 129,543 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 126,075 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 117,289 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes to rear corroded but also greased preventing full inspection (3.6.B.2c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

two exhaust rubber mounts missing/damaged system still supported

Pass 4 Feb 2016 104,047 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 104,047 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 94,916 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 87,412 miles

nearside front tyre has damage on sidewall

power steering fluid low

Pass 8 Nov 2012 81,264 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 26 Sep 2011 78,744 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 78,744 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 75,693 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 74,682 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise slight corrosion to n/s front outer sill

Pass 12 Sep 2008 73,351 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 71,847 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 70,002 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 68,618 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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K222 SHG is a 1995 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1995 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 146,432 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 K222 SHG, 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 31 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K222 SHG registered?

K222 SHG is a 1995 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is K222 SHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K222 SHG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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