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T247 DCK

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

157,846 mi
Last recorded157,846 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT247 DCK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 157,846 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 155,652 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 154,785 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 150,889 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Steering rack slight play

Sump guard insecure

Fail 18 Aug 2022 150,889 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Steering rack slight play

Sump guard insecure

Pass 28 Sep 2021 148,617 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 147,597 miles

Nearside Outer sill corroded

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Sep 2019 146,598 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Sep 2018 145,931 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 144,143 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Sep 2016 142,182 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Sep 2015 140,257 miles

slight play in both front steering rack ends

Pass 5 Sep 2014 97,317 miles

slight play in o/s/f and n/s/f steering rack ends

Pass 9 Sep 2013 95,354 miles

Slight play in both track rod ends

Pass 7 Sep 2012 92,648 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 92,648 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 89,523 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 87,261 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 86,558 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 84,817 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 81,233 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 72,221 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 61,624 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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T247 DCK is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,459cc 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 T247 DCK, 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 T247 DCK registered?

T247 DCK is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 4 June 1999.

Is T247 DCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T247 DCK 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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