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V527 FGE

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,265 mi
Last recorded159,265 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2008
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV527 FGE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2008 159,265 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 114,586 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 132,580 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 132,576 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2005 127,570 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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V527 FGE is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 V527 FGE, 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 V527 FGE registered?

V527 FGE is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is V527 FGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V527 FGE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V527 FGE have outstanding finance?

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