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V203 DLH

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

99,621 mi
Last recorded99,621 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV203 DLH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 99,621 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 99,087 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 96,966 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 95,480 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Play in the steering rack on the o/s

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 90,871 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 85,779 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 81,457 miles

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

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

o/s/f tyre sidewall damage

Pass 5 Oct 2009 76,668 miles

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

Front no plate cracked

o/s/r tyre sidewall damage

Fail 5 Oct 2009 76,668 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

Front no plate cracked

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

o/s/r tyre sidewall damage

Pass 29 Sep 2008 70,794 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 64,098 miles

o/s/r tyre wall damaged & weak

Pass 21 Sep 2006 57,326 miles

o/s/r tyre wall weak

Fail 21 Sep 2006 57,326 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r tyre wall weak

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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V203 DLH is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 V203 DLH, 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 V203 DLH registered?

V203 DLH is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 20 October 1999.

Is V203 DLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V203 DLH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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