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T450 SHU

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

121,406 mi
Last recorded121,406 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT450 SHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 121,406 miles

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

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

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

Overall condition of underbody lightly corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2024 117,851 miles

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

Overall condition of underbody lightly corroded

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 113,914 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 113,914 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 113,778 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 113,384 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 113,338 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 112,400 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 112,251 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush Both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 May 2017 111,228 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 111,227 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 107,050 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 104,857 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 101,201 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 95,802 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 58,214 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 86,817 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 85,990 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 85,990 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 82,440 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 75,574 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 70,002 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 60,756 miles

o/s/f indicator lense damaged

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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T450 SHU is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,370cc 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 T450 SHU, 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

How do I check the history of T450 SHU?

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What year was T450 SHU registered?

T450 SHU is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 5 May 1999.

Is T450 SHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T450 SHU 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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