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T638 JGP

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

53,584 mi
Last recorded53,584 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT638 JGP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 53,584 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2021 53,367 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 52,422 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 52,419 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 51,149 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 48,218 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 47,942 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 45,880 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 45,134 miles

front no plate damaged

Pass 18 Jul 2014 41,427 miles

front number plate damaged

Pass 9 Jul 2013 39,259 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 39,256 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 38,927 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 37,082 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 35,759 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 35,558 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 35,552 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2007 34,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 34,774 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 34,135 miles

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

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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T638 JGP is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 T638 JGP, 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

How do I check the history of T638 JGP?

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What year was T638 JGP registered?

T638 JGP is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 21 May 1999.

Is T638 JGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T638 JGP shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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