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S838 OJF

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

45,494 mi
Last recorded45,494 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS838 OJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 45,494 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 45,305 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2024 44,993 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

all tyres over 10 years old

Pass 27 Apr 2023 44,192 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

all tyres over 10 years old

Fail 27 Apr 2023 44,192 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

all tyres over 10 years old

Pass 3 May 2022 44,022 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

all tyres over 10 years old

Pass 3 May 2018 43,561 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 43,192 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 42,815 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 42,785 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 42,770 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 41,375 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 40,712 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 39,976 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 39,443 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 38,496 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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S838 OJF is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 S838 OJF, 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 S838 OJF registered?

S838 OJF is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 16 February 1999.

Is S838 OJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S838 OJF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S838 OJF have outstanding finance?

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