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V553 OKK

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests32 (20 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

235,012 mi
Last recorded235,012 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV553 OKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 12 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 235,012 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources very dim (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 235,012 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources very dim (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 228,663 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2025 228,663 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 222,689 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 222,689 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2023 216,345 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight corrosion under wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2023 216,345 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight corrosion under wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug sealing washer (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 209,412 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Mar 2022 209,412 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no fluid (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 205,664 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 200,970 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 200,970 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 195,640 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 192,128 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 184,626 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 184,626 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 179,532 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 179,532 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 171,984 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 167,143 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 161,269 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 161,269 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 155,039 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 150,381 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 150,381 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 145,735 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 145,735 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 139,768 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 135,734 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 135,723 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 3 May 2006 130,244 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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V553 OKK is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V553 OKK, 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 V553 OKK registered?

V553 OKK is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 10 November 1999.

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