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S898 SCF

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

65,335 mi
Last recorded65,335 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS898 SCF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 65,335 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2026 65,319 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2025 64,916 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 63,573 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 61,874 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 59,697 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 58,938 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2019 57,806 miles

slight engine oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2018 56,573 miles

slight engine oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2017 54,895 miles

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

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

Oil leak slight engine oil leak ()

complete exhaust system rusty

Fail 18 Nov 2017 54,895 miles

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

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

Oil leak slight engine oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

complete exhaust system rusty

Pass 19 Nov 2016 52,259 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box slight leak (7.1.2)

exhaust system rusty

slight engine oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2015 48,564 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Nov 2015 48,559 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 43,981 miles

exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2013 39,810 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 35,749 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust silencer becoming corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2011 31,319 miles

engine oil leaks

exhaust blow from rear silencer recomend attension

Pass 18 Nov 2010 25,352 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 25,346 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 21,522 miles

slight blow on front pipe

Pass 17 Nov 2008 16,026 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 15,497 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 15,234 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 15,234 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 13,575 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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S898 SCF is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 S898 SCF, 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 S898 SCF registered?

S898 SCF is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 23 February 1999.

Is S898 SCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S898 SCF shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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