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V187 MGN

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

120,148 mi
Last recorded120,148 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV187 MGN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 120,148 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

brake pad warning light on pads ok

Pass 20 Sep 2024 109,542 miles

brake pad warning light on (pads not worn to sensor

Pass 3 Oct 2023 98,402 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 88,688 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2022 88,666 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 79,785 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 76,722 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 74,286 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 71,592 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 71,567 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 71,420 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 71,219 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 71,024 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 70,116 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 69,563 miles

slight play in steering rack mountings

Pass 3 May 2011 67,028 miles

slight play in steering rack mountings

Pass 26 Mar 2010 66,439 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

sliight play in steering rack mounting

Pass 9 Jan 2009 60,139 miles

slight play in steering rack mountings

Pass 23 Jan 2008 60,139 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 51,188 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 43,620 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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V187 MGN is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 V187 MGN, 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 V187 MGN registered?

V187 MGN is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V187 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V187 MGN shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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