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T43 RKR

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

73,369 mi
Last recorded73,369 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT43 RKR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 73,369 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs are pitted/rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All underside brake pipes are coated (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 73,366 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underside brake pipes are greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2022 72,225 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2022 72,213 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 69,775 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 68,797 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 66,769 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 66,256 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 63,180 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 62,184 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 61,455 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 59,413 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 56,308 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 51,934 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 48,955 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 44,834 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 40,149 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 35,207 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 30,440 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 25,717 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 21,814 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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T43 RKR is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,459cc 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 T43 RKR, 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 T43 RKR registered?

T43 RKR is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T43 RKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T43 RKR 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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