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V51 FTR

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,978 mi
Last recorded39,978 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV51 FTR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 39,978 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2026 39,970 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2025 39,646 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 39,326 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 39,326 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 39,160 miles

Nearside Front windscreen washer jet not working

Offside Front Upper Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 39,113 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 39,080 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 38,707 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2018 38,639 miles

Front exhaust very corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2017 38,530 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 38,277 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 37,054 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 35,267 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 31,264 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 23,230 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 23,043 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 21,581 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 20,879 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 19,722 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 19,021 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 18,003 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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V51 FTR is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 V51 FTR, 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 V51 FTR registered?

V51 FTR is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 6 November 1999.

Is V51 FTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V51 FTR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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