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V255 UUD

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

126,733 mi
Last recorded126,733 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2024
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV255 UUD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2024 126,733 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 125,069 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 123,458 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 122,229 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 121,615 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material between rear flexis (1.1.11 (c))

Offside tow dolly lens missing

Pass 18 Oct 2018 120,903 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 119,035 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 112,345 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 116,552 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 112,665 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 109,363 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 103,536 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 96,021 miles

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

nearside front tyre perishing slightly

Fail 12 Aug 2009 96,021 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

nearside front tyre perishing slightly

Pass 13 Mar 2008 94,113 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 87,266 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 86,982 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 82,164 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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V255 UUD is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V255 UUD, 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 V255 UUD registered?

V255 UUD is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 13 September 1999.

Is V255 UUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V255 UUD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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