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T493 JVF

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

96,033 mi
Last recorded96,033 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT493 JVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 96,033 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 92,164 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 89,307 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 86,790 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 83,616 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 81,761 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 80,281 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 78,703 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 78,703 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2016 74,939 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 71,932 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 69,865 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 67,156 miles

power steering operating but not at full working order

Fail 16 Sep 2013 67,156 miles

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

power steering operating but not at full working order

Pass 26 Sep 2012 64,791 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 62,348 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 61,794 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 61,794 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 2 Mar 2009 60,411 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 60,411 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 60,255 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 58,219 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 53,654 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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T493 JVF is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 T493 JVF, 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 T493 JVF registered?

T493 JVF is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 25 March 1999.

Is T493 JVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T493 JVF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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