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S714 RGW

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

185,493 mi
Last recorded185,493 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS714 RGW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 185,493 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 185,492 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 179,937 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 167,495 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

passenger door stay broken

Fail 2 Jul 2011 167,492 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

passenger door stay broken

Pass 16 Jul 2010 153,138 miles

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Jul 2009 136,524 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 136,524 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 122,543 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 192,086 miles

slight play n/s/f steering rack but not exsissive.

Pass 25 Jul 2006 97,138 miles

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

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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S714 RGW is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 143,659 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 S714 RGW, 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 27 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 S714 RGW registered?

S714 RGW is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 2 February 1999.

Is S714 RGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S714 RGW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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