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T508 JCL

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

305,698 mi
Last recorded305,698 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2017
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT508 JCL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2017 305,698 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 298,820 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Slight play in inner rack joints

Vehicle smoking on tick over but not considered excessive.

Fail 29 Feb 2016 298,818 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Slight play in inner rack joints

Vehicle smoking on tick over but not considered excessive.

Pass 18 Mar 2015 284,363 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 284,363 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 267,650 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 250,780 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 238,286 miles

small crack in exhaust front section

Pass 28 Feb 2011 222,318 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 207,382 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 194,585 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 177,784 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 160,592 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 141,009 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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T508 JCL is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T508 JCL, 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 T508 JCL registered?

T508 JCL is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T508 JCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T508 JCL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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