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V288 DVF

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

82,589 mi
Last recorded82,589 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV288 DVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 82,589 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2025 82,577 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

corrosion on inner wings off side and nearside front

Pass 3 Oct 2023 82,068 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 82,055 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 81,469 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2022 81,467 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 79,764 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2021 79,722 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2020 74,841 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 74,825 miles

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working Intermittent working of all lamps. (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2019 73,570 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2018 69,444 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 68,963 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 65,568 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 61,725 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 55,583 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 48,204 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 39,082 miles

vehicle presented with rear in bed position.advised that in would require seat belts if presnted in seat position<re.bristol>

Fail 1 Dec 2011 39,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

no rear seat belts fitted phoned up bristol helpline for ruling confirmed it required seat belts fitted but if presented in bed position it would be a pass with advise rear seats in bed position

Pass 25 Nov 2010 34,133 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 29,127 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 28,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 27,964 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 24,935 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 22,731 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 22,726 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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V288 DVF is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 V288 DVF, 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 V288 DVF registered?

V288 DVF is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 18 October 1999.

Is V288 DVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V288 DVF shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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