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T254 UMA

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

182,869 mi
Last recorded182,869 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT254 UMA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 182,869 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 175,765 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 168,984 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 160,816 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 153,501 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 146,915 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 137,980 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 127,821 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 120,713 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 117,527 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 114,344 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 11,024 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 107,718 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 103,600 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 98,348 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 91,307 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 86,235 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 82,295 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 76,024 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 71,585 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 71,585 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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T254 UMA is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 T254 UMA, 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 T254 UMA registered?

T254 UMA is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 19 May 1999.

Is T254 UMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T254 UMA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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