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T812 PBL

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

141,257 mi
Last recorded141,257 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT812 PBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 141,257 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 139,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 70,250 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 69,332 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 67,695 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 66,787 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 64,246 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 60,527 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 53,147 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 53,053 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 48,545 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 48,545 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 44,678 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 44,659 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 41,160 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 37,276 miles

Emissions not triggered

Fail 15 Aug 2011 37,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 37,143 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 36,332 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 34,233 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 31,705 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 27,473 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 25,129 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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T812 PBL is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 T812 PBL, 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 T812 PBL registered?

T812 PBL is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 17 March 1999.

Is T812 PBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T812 PBL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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