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V173 UJO

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

168,592 mi
Last recorded168,592 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV173 UJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 168,592 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 164,860 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 163,561 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 161,621 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 159,689 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 158,295 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 157,145 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 153,614 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 150,444 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 145,254 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 140,019 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 140,019 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 131,817 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 125,361 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 121,646 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 118,984 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 111,039 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 102,393 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 92,563 miles

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

slight leak from diesel pump

Fail 8 Dec 2008 92,563 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

slight leak from diesel pump

Pass 19 Nov 2007 87,773 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 77,660 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 67,051 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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V173 UJO is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 V173 UJO, 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 V173 UJO registered?

V173 UJO is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 24 November 1999.

Is V173 UJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V173 UJO shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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