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TAW 717R

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1573cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

39,416 mi
Last recorded39,416 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAW 717R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,573cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 39,416 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 39,398 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 36,910 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 36,315 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 35,909 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 35,801 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 35,262 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 35,262 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 9 Jul 2010 27,922 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

near side rear drive shaft gaiter spli

Pass 9 Jul 2010 27,922 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

near side rear drive shaft gaiter spli

Pass 8 Jul 2009 22,027 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 12 Jul 2008 18,362 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 18,362 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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TAW 717R is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,573cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 TAW 717R, 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 TAW 717R registered?

TAW 717R is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is TAW 717R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAW 717R shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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