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T452 VAE

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,634 mi
Last recorded90,634 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT452 VAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 90,634 miles

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

Nearside Front bumper support/chasis leg corroded

Nearside Front inner wing corroded but not excessivley

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 88,313 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chasis/crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front bumper support corroded

Nearside Front inner wng corroded

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 86,287 miles

Nearside Front chasis rail/cross member section corroded

Nearside Front inner wing corroded

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front bumper support corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2022 84,201 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 82,369 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 80,929 miles

Nearside Front inner wing corroded

Fail 30 Oct 2020 80,929 miles

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

Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front inner wing corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2019 77,145 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 74,955 miles

Nearside Front Corrosion evident around battery tray

Pass 20 Mar 2017 73,162 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

center exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 13 Apr 2016 71,651 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 69,243 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 69,241 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 66,641 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 64,203 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 61,933 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 59,272 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 56,584 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 53,612 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 50,271 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 45,646 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 40,259 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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T452 VAE is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 T452 VAE, 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 T452 VAE registered?

T452 VAE is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 4 March 1999.

Is T452 VAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T452 VAE shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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