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T86 JKU

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,567 mi
Last recorded124,567 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT86 JKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 124,567 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 124,567 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 118,394 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 111,861 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 104,601 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 104,601 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 97,905 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2022 97,905 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 95,147 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 94,286 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 90,915 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 88,172 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 85,297 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 82,713 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 80,705 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 76,527 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 73,400 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 69,711 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 64,999 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 61,305 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 57,449 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 56,116 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 52,494 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 48,801 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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T86 JKU is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc 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 T86 JKU, 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 T86 JKU registered?

T86 JKU is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 2 March 1999.

Is T86 JKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T86 JKU 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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