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V191 EWB

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,488 mi
Last recorded26,488 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV191 EWB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 26,488 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

coolant leak / housing on cylinder head

slight exhaust blow / centre

surface corrosion suspension components

Pass 25 Sep 2024 26,173 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Coolant leak housing / side of cylinder head ()

front cross member corroding

Fail 25 Sep 2024 26,173 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Coolant leak housing / side of cylinder head ()

fan belt weak

front cross member corroding

Pass 18 Sep 2023 25,836 miles

Front Lower cross member corroding

Front Lower undertray fitted/not allowing full inspection

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread fading (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 25,371 miles

Front Lower under tray fitted/not allowing full inspection

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides/boots perishing (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front reg plate fading

Rear reg plate fading

Fail 22 Sep 2022 25,371 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides/split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Lower under tray fitted/not allowing full inspection

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides/boots perishing (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front reg plate fading

Rear reg plate fading

Pass 28 Sep 2021 25,085 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 28 Sep 2021 25,085 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 30 Sep 2020 24,808 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 24,521 miles

Front Lower under tray fitted/not allowing full inspection

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 24,520 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH SIDES /split/broken (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Lower under tray fitted/not allowing full inspection

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 24,135 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 23,689 miles

Front Lower under tray fitted/not allowing full inspection

Pass 19 Sep 2016 22,761 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 21,615 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 20,343 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 18,932 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 17,793 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

osf and osr tyre perishing

spare tyre perished to cords

Pass 27 Sep 2011 16,539 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 15,475 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 14,180 miles

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

n/s/r tyre wall -split

Pass 29 Sep 2008 12,543 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 11,376 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 16,805 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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V191 EWB is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V191 EWB, 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 V191 EWB registered?

V191 EWB is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 5 October 1999.

Is V191 EWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V191 EWB shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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