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T637 DFM

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

97,248 mi
Last recorded97,248 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT637 DFM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 97,248 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2025 96,552 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 96,539 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Pin hole in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides to rear arms (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2023 95,690 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Pin hole in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 93,047 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 90,732 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 87,152 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Jul 2019 84,342 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 84,285 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 83,310 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 81,423 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 79,024 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 74,264 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 69,476 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 66,667 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 66,667 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 62,599 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 62,597 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 57,568 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 57,538 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 55,469 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2009 55,469 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 51,985 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 49,273 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 49,273 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2006 45,980 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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T637 DFM is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 T637 DFM, 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 T637 DFM registered?

T637 DFM is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 6 May 1999.

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The MOT history for T637 DFM shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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