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T426 ETR

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

92,751 mi
Last recorded92,751 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT426 ETR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 92,751 miles

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

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both rear (1.2.1 (c))

Various areas of underseal to vehicle underside and front sub-frame

Fail 14 Jul 2026 92,726 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouling brake hose (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both rear (1.2.1 (c))

Various areas of underseal to vehicle underside and front sub-frame

Pass 18 Jan 2025 91,696 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 83,786 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 79,762 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 74,745 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 72,033 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 66,305 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 62,006 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 58,592 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 58,592 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Central Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2016 57,478 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 56,289 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 55,182 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 53,504 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 53,032 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 49,768 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 46,582 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 42,923 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 39,037 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 35,571 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 29,714 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 29,714 miles

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

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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T426 ETR 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 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 T426 ETR, 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 T426 ETR registered?

T426 ETR is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 April 1999.

Is T426 ETR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T426 ETR 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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