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T256 ERP

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

212,556 mi
Last recorded212,556 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT256 ERP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 212,556 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Offside Front Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Steering column shaft deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 208,856 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Fail 2 Aug 2023 208,856 miles

Central Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 204,442 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 197,992 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 191,168 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 191,166 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2017 179,840 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 157,318 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Jun 2015 157,318 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 149,447 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 16 May 2013 141,107 miles

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

handbrake cable frady

Fail 16 May 2013 141,107 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

handbrake cable frady

Pass 5 Jul 2012 136,671 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 126,663 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 126,662 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2010 116,623 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 93,129 miles

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 4 Nov 2006 79,649 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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T256 ERP is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 T256 ERP, 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 T256 ERP registered?

T256 ERP is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 10 May 1999.

Is T256 ERP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T256 ERP shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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