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T508 WMA

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

148,865 mi
Last recorded148,865 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT508 WMA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 148,865 miles

Nearside Front outer cv joint has slight grease loss

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jan 2025 148,252 miles

Nearside Front Outer CV has slight grease loss

Offside Front inner arch corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2024 148,102 miles

Nearside Front CV has slight grease loss

Pass 18 Jan 2023 146,372 miles

Nearside Front CV has slight grease loss

Pass 18 Jan 2022 144,812 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 142,937 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2021 142,937 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Rear corrosion

Pass 2 Jan 2020 141,013 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Bottom (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Bottom (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 2 Jan 2020 141,013 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Bottom (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Bottom (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 137,748 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Fail 16 Jan 2019 137,748 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated O/S & N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 23 Jan 2018 135,567 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 134,675 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 128,808 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 117,927 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 105,521 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 92,589 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 85,952 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 80,366 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 80,366 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 76,172 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 76,172 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 71,700 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 64,846 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 59,236 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 59,233 miles

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

Centre Exhaust Split / Blowing Slightly

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 WMA is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 T508 WMA, 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

How do I check the history of T508 WMA?

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What year was T508 WMA registered?

T508 WMA is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T508 WMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T508 WMA shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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