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S851 DPN

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,231 mi
Last recorded64,231 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS851 DPN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 64,231 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 63,605 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 63,528 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 63,184 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 62,494 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 61,195 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 60,339 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 58,395 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

surface corrosion on all brake discs

Fail 10 Jul 2020 58,395 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

surface corrosion on all brake discs

Pass 17 May 2019 57,639 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 57,639 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 10 May 2018 56,475 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 May 2017 54,850 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 54,845 miles

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 May 2016 52,617 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 52,617 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2015 50,395 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 48,820 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 48,820 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 48,083 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 48,874 miles

exhaust system have slight corrostion

exhust mounting missing and one broken

front suspention unite have slight corrosion

Pass 20 Apr 2011 46,065 miles

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

advise corrosion front +rear brake discs

advise rear exhaust mounting split

Pass 16 Apr 2010 45,633 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 43,962 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 41,281 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 38,026 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 38,026 miles

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

Offside Outer Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 35,630 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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S851 DPN is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S851 DPN, 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 S851 DPN registered?

S851 DPN is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 5 February 1999.

Is S851 DPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S851 DPN shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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