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T117 OKW

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

88,286 mi
Last recorded88,286 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT117 OKW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 88,286 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/70/15c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 87,402 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2024 86,396 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 85,175 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 83,733 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 82,603 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 81,506 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 81,505 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 79,702 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 77,057 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 76,184 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 74,416 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 72,625 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 70,356 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 68,258 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 68,258 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 66,128 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 63,440 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 60,410 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 58,363 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 55,022 miles

only 1 rear seat fitted to test , all others removed

Pass 18 Jun 2007 49,818 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 43,781 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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T117 OKW is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 T117 OKW, 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 T117 OKW registered?

T117 OKW is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 21 June 1999.

Is T117 OKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T117 OKW shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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