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T53 OAY

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

215,880 mi
Last recorded215,880 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT53 OAY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 215,880 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 213,821 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2025 213,815 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2024 213,503 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 211,556 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 210,409 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

body has been under sealed

Pass 9 Jul 2021 206,673 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases ( box ) (6.1.2 (a))

body been undersealed

service brake performance just meet

Fail 15 Jun 2021 206,672 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected under bonnet (4.11 (a) (ii))

Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner joints play (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Inner both front disk covers corroded

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

underseal over body

Pass 5 Sep 2019 199,311 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 188,741 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 179,090 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 169,638 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 161,230 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 150,982 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 141,030 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 131,902 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 123,923 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 116,334 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 107,349 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

off side inner cv boot small hole

Fail 29 Aug 2008 95,567 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 95,567 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 84,957 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 75,154 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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T53 OAY is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 T53 OAY, 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 T53 OAY registered?

T53 OAY is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T53 OAY safe to buy?

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