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T516 RCR

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

59,401 mi
Last recorded59,401 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT516 RCR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 59,401 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 59,261 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 58,721 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 58,282 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 56,332 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 54,226 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2020 54,208 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 51,588 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 47,758 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 45,193 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 45,180 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 41,570 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 39,759 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2014 37,568 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 34,682 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 30,044 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 29,464 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 29,098 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 28,721 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 27,841 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 26,041 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 24,642 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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T516 RCR is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 T516 RCR, 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 T516 RCR?

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What year was T516 RCR registered?

T516 RCR is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 10 June 1999.

Is T516 RCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T516 RCR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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