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T159 RTT

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

97,415 mi
Last recorded97,415 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT159 RTT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 97,415 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 97,075 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 96,776 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 96,776 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 96,501 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 95,619 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 94,624 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 94,339 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 93,817 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 93,379 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 92,875 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 92,172 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 90,565 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 90,565 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 87,785 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 85,520 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 85,495 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 83,105 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 81,658 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 77,894 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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T159 RTT is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 T159 RTT, 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 T159 RTT registered?

T159 RTT is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 April 1999.

Is T159 RTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T159 RTT shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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