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T743 JGP

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Multi-colour Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests30 (22 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

302,157 mi
Last recorded302,157 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT743 JGP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

22 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 302,157 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2025 302,082 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2025 293,033 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2025 293,024 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 278,383 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2024 278,383 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm near and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 268,222 miles

Manufacturers smoke limit plate has been defaced

Fail 24 Jan 2023 268,222 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 263,050 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 263,050 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 257,082 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 257,082 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 252,475 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 245,559 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 21 Jan 2019 245,559 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2018 236,429 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 226,912 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 216,290 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 134,098 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 191,972 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 191,907 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 181,590 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 181,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2012 172,355 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 160,091 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 139,600 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 130,516 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 118,699 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 106,251 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 95,676 miles

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

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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T743 JGP is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Multi-colour with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 T743 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

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What year was T743 JGP registered?

T743 JGP is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T743 JGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T743 JGP shows 30 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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