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T816 VJN

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

265,898 mi
Last recorded265,898 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT816 VJN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 265,898 miles

headlights left hand drive

Fail 26 Mar 2018 265,898 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

headlights left hand drive

Pass 1 Apr 2017 263,148 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 257,915 miles

brake pipes starting to corrode in parts

Pass 2 Apr 2015 252,183 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 241,935 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 241,935 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 227,640 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 217,458 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 217,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 210,511 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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T816 VJN is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 T816 VJN, 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 T816 VJN registered?

T816 VJN is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T816 VJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T816 VJN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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