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S887 UDB

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

102,011 mi
Last recorded102,011 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS887 UDB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2019 102,011 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 101,570 miles

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 100,882 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 97,968 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 92,901 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 88,113 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 83,698 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 78,600 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 78,583 miles

Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 72,941 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 68,024 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 62,715 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 57,735 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 57,735 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 54,708 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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S887 UDB is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S887 UDB, 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 S887 UDB registered?

S887 UDB is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 17 February 1999.

Is S887 UDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S887 UDB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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