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V138 ETC

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

80,430 mi
Last recorded80,430 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV138 ETC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 80,430 miles

Front Crash bar corroded

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 9 Jul 2026 80,428 miles

Nearside Rear Emissions unable to be completed Silencer defective (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Crash bar corroded

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Jul 2025 77,826 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Aug 2024 75,074 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Jul 2023 71,528 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Jul 2023 71,528 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 69,250 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 66,674 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 66,674 miles

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 64,804 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 63,216 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 63,213 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 61,449 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nsr 2.5mm osr2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 May 2017 57,644 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

wheel trims starting to cut into tyre valves

Pass 19 Apr 2016 54,374 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Upper high position lamp not working

Fail 9 Apr 2015 49,844 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

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

osf high position lamp not working

Pass 9 Apr 2015 49,844 miles

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

osf high position lamp not working

Pass 25 Apr 2014 47,659 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 44,678 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 43,338 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 43,337 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 41,333 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 40,148 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 37,399 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 31,374 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 25,759 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 25,759 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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V138 ETC is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 V138 ETC, 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 V138 ETC registered?

V138 ETC is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V138 ETC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V138 ETC shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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