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T551 HAP

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

72,766 mi
Last recorded72,766 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT551 HAP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 72,766 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Apr 2026 72,759 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 May 2025 68,959 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2024 66,970 miles
Fail 2 May 2024 66,970 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Apr 2024 66,827 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 65,319 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 64,482 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 61,558 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged offside & nearside (5.2.3 (j))

exhaust emissions only just met manufacturers plate limit.

Fail 20 Jul 2021 61,525 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged offside & nearside (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 59,794 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 59,794 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 58,071 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 54,198 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Fail 17 Jul 2018 54,195 miles

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 50,592 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 49,299 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 48,038 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 46,040 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 42,724 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 38,991 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 37,092 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 33,974 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 32,626 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 32,626 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 30,756 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 28,352 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 28,352 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Fail 19 Jul 2006 24,504 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 19 Jul 2006 24,504 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 HAP is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HAP, 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 T551 HAP registered?

T551 HAP is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 13 August 1999.

Is T551 HAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T551 HAP shows 30 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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