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T809 PDD

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,248 mi
Last recorded98,248 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT809 PDD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 98,248 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2025 94,785 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 89,607 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Outer cill slight corrosion

Pass 3 Aug 2023 84,312 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 78,684 miles

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

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) x2

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 73,590 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 6 Jul 2020 69,546 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

Pass 5 Jul 2019 68,918 miles

Exhaust pipe to rear silencer crusty

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside thinest (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 67,878 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2018 67,878 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2017 66,655 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 63,420 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 59,187 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2014 57,232 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 55,021 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 53,791 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 51,511 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 9 May 2011 51,511 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Apr 2011 51,486 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2010 47,927 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 43,768 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 40,180 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 36,254 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 31,850 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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T809 PDD is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 T809 PDD, 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 T809 PDD registered?

T809 PDD is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 12 May 1999.

Is T809 PDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T809 PDD shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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