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T961 GPP

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

63,590 mi
Last recorded63,590 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT961 GPP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 63,590 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 61,510 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 59,369 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 May 2023 58,219 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 54,464 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 52,111 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 51,495 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 51,119 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 50,595 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 49,165 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 45,423 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 42,578 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 42,579 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 3 Sep 2015 42,578 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 40,723 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2014 40,708 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 39,750 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 39,749 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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 7 Nov 2012 38,626 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 38,098 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both sides rear brake discs corrodded & pitted reducing braking area

centre & rear exhaust boxes rusted

excessive corrossion detected at nearside front panel section in non prescribed area

Pass 16 Mar 2011 35,733 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 33,392 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 29,844 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 29,844 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 27,864 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 22,968 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 17,794 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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T961 GPP is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 T961 GPP, 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 T961 GPP registered?

T961 GPP is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 June 1999.

Is T961 GPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T961 GPP shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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