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V404 DSM

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

164,768 mi
Last recorded164,768 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2013
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV404 DSM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2013 164,768 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 164,768 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 155,287 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 143,258 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 131,181 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 116,791 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 116,791 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 102,307 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 85,020 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 72,056 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005 72,056 miles

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

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

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

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

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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V404 DSM is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 V404 DSM, 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

How do I check the history of V404 DSM?

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What year was V404 DSM registered?

V404 DSM is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V404 DSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V404 DSM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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