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T48 TBD

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

365,962 mi
Last recorded365,962 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT48 TBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2014 365,962 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

exhuast heat sheld loose

Fail 30 May 2014 365,962 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhuast heat sheld loose

Pass 17 Jan 2013 351,428 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 330,327 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 307,250 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 307,250 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 276,931 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 248,889 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 216,054 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 193,491 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 165,081 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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T48 TBD is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 T48 TBD, 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.

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What year was T48 TBD registered?

T48 TBD is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T48 TBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T48 TBD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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