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T551 AFJ

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

64,572 mi
Last recorded64,572 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT551 AFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 64,572 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 61,837 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 60,314 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 59,582 miles

Offside windscreen washer jet poor

Pass 19 Apr 2022 57,499 miles

Front suspension components starting to corrode

Nearside Front outer sill starting to corrode

Pass 22 Apr 2021 54,543 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gear oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2021 54,532 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides blades missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive gear oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 53,545 miles

Headlight beam deflectors fitted

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear tail pipe corroded through

Pass 8 Jan 2019 46,524 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front bolt on crossmember corroded and holed

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 41,000 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 40,923 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 40,179 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 38,226 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 35,597 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 34,648 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 33,321 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 31,781 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 31,781 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 28,724 miles

o/s n/s top lens missing

Pass 1 Mar 2010 26,808 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 25,342 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 24,198 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 22,037 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 20,327 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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T551 AFJ is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 T551 AFJ, 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 T551 AFJ registered?

T551 AFJ is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 19 March 1999.

Is T551 AFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T551 AFJ shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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