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T226 KVW

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 2461cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

123,136 mi
Last recorded123,136 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT226 KVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 123,136 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 118,878 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2024 113,892 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 1 May 2024 113,892 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 May 2023 113,259 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section badly corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 9 May 2023 113,259 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section badly corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 112,818 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2022 112,816 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 112,247 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2019 110,734 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 107,950 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Jan 2018 102,141 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 96,250 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 21 Mar 2017 96,250 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 77,049 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 52,204 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 47,230 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 38,489 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 33,434 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 31,651 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 29,749 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 29,385 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 28,507 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 27,417 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 26,778 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 25,799 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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T226 KVW is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,461cc petrol 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 T226 KVW, 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 T226 KVW registered?

T226 KVW is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 4 June 1999.

Is T226 KVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T226 KVW 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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