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T4 FVK

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

232,245 mi
Last recorded232,245 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT4 FVK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 232,245 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 231,019 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 228,810 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 224,300 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2021 224,300 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 220,805 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 217,369 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 27 Feb 2019 217,369 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 212,607 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 207,151 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 207,151 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 199,813 miles

OSR brake cable corroded

OSR brake pipe corroded

Service all brakes, efficiency only just meets requirements.

Fail 12 Feb 2016 199,813 miles

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

OSR brake cable corroded

OSR brake pipe corroded

Service all brakes, efficiency only just meets requirements.

Pass 5 Mar 2015 199,416 miles

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

rear brakes, reduced performance.

Pass 24 Feb 2014 197,209 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 189,303 miles

Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 176,581 miles

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

inspection lamp illuminated

Pass 13 Jan 2011 163,411 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 163,411 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

reg plate lamp dull

washer jet blocked

Pass 22 Jan 2010 148,915 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 133,829 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 133,829 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 120,038 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 120,038 miles

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

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

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

Replace front wiper blades.

Pass 24 Jan 2007 102,303 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 97,959 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 85,087 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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T4 FVK is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 T4 FVK, 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 T4 FVK registered?

T4 FVK is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 19 October 1999.

Is T4 FVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T4 FVK shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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