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T549 FJT

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,783 mi
Last recorded54,783 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT549 FJT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 54,783 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 54,215 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2024 53,808 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2023 52,969 miles

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

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2023 52,969 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 51,783 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2021 45,742 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 45,182 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 41,310 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 39,879 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 36,912 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 36,912 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 36,674 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 34,602 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 4 Nov 2014 34,602 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2013 32,410 miles

n/s/f mirror cracked

Pass 2 Jul 2012 31,969 miles

n/s/f mirror cracked

Fail 2 Jul 2012 31,969 miles

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

n/s/f mirror cracked

Pass 28 Jun 2011 29,887 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 29,887 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 28,924 miles

nsf mirror slightly damaged

Fail 9 Jun 2010 28,924 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

nsf mirror slightly damaged

Pass 19 Jun 2009 27,095 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 27,095 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2008 22,482 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 20,113 miles

n/s door mirror glass missing

Pass 10 May 2007 19,456 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

large undertray fitted giving restricted views

wheel trims fitted

Pass 11 May 2006 18,940 miles

all brake disc's light covering of corrosion .

large undertray fitted giving restricted view .

wheel trims fitted .

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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T549 FJT is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 T549 FJT, 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 T549 FJT registered?

T549 FJT is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 22 July 1999.

Is T549 FJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T549 FJT shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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