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V120 VRP

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

307,643 mi
Last recorded307,643 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV120 VRP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 307,643 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arch holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2025 306,872 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 299,034 miles

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

Surface rust in NSF inner arch

Pass 12 Oct 2022 286,413 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 286,407 miles

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Both NS and OS rear outter sills holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Suspension rod mounting has an unsafe modification NS track rod locking nut loose (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear brake pipes on axle corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2021 274,059 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 274,043 miles

Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel no resistance of brake pedal when applying service brake (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 265,023 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod nuckle to steering rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod knuckle to steering rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2020 265,022 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod nuckle to steering rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod knuckle to steering rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 252,043 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 238,229 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 238,229 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 221,101 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 215,186 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 199,905 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 179,586 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 160,435 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 138,333 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 114,932 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 21 Aug 2009 114,932 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 113,554 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight free-play detected at front wheels through PAS rack

Pass 29 Jun 2007 110,200 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 110,199 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 106,063 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 106,063 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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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V120 VRP is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 V120 VRP, 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 V120 VRP registered?

V120 VRP is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 11 October 1999.

Is V120 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V120 VRP shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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