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T285 VHO

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

250,771 mi
Last recorded250,771 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT285 VHO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 250,771 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 246,998 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both n/s & o/s (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 241,258 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 237,028 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 232,276 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 228,814 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 226,889 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 221,628 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 217,648 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 217,642 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 209,787 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 207,405 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 203,329 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 199,000 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 190,237 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 190,237 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 184,684 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 184,628 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 179,518 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 171,013 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 164,960 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 158,423 miles

play in nearside inner rack joint

Pass 18 Jul 2006 141,504 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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T285 VHO is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 T285 VHO, 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 T285 VHO registered?

T285 VHO is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T285 VHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for T285 VHO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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