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V373 ETA

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

61,617 mi
Last recorded61,617 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV373 ETA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Fail 15 Aug 2026 61,617 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2025 61,012 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2024 60,077 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 59,453 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 58,509 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 58,295 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 58,166 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 58,164 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 57,768 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 56,934 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 56,934 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 53,658 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 52,100 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 51,603 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 51,102 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 49,344 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 20 Jun 2011 48,089 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 48,089 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 46,430 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 46,430 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 42,340 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 42,340 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 38,983 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 38,983 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/f tyre soft.

Pass 30 Jul 2007 37,463 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 36,488 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 36,488 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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V373 ETA is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 V373 ETA, 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 V373 ETA registered?

V373 ETA is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V373 ETA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V373 ETA shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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