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V386 DLH

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

158,103 mi
Last recorded158,103 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2023
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV386 DLH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2023 158,103 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Jun 2023 158,103 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 150,833 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 144,617 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

nearside and offside outer sills corroding.

Pass 10 Jun 2020 139,276 miles

Front slight play in inner rack joints

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Jun 2019 131,058 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by rear shock mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2019 131,058 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by rear shock mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 122,611 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sills both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

both sides front rubber brake hoses are slightly deteriorated

Pass 31 May 2017 112,136 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 112,130 miles

Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 107,999 miles

Corrosion to various parts ok with test tool but hammer could make holes

Various bushes deterioated

Fail 9 Jun 2016 107,997 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Off side rear attached to axel (3.6.B.2c)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Off side sill (5.2.6)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front near side and off side (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both fronts (8.2.2)

Corrosion to various parts ok with test tool but hammer could make holes

Various bushes deterioated

Pass 21 Jun 2014 106,781 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

wipers deteriorated

Fail 21 Jun 2014 106,781 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

wipers deteriorated

Pass 29 Jun 2011 104,171 miles

both front tyres perished on sidewall

Pass 18 Jun 2010 101,244 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Jun 2010 101,244 miles

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 98,076 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 93,859 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 86,822 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 79,340 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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V386 DLH is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V386 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.

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What year was V386 DLH registered?

V386 DLH is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 November 1999.

Is V386 DLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V386 DLH shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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