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V571 DFX

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

62,211 mi
Last recorded62,211 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV571 DFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 62,211 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear caliper slightly siezed

Fail 15 May 2026 62,211 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear caliper slightly siezed

Pass 16 May 2025 60,468 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 58,899 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2023 58,257 miles
Fail 18 May 2023 58,255 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 57,016 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 56,342 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 56,096 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 56,096 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 55,548 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 55,547 miles

Battery leaking (4.13 (b))

Nearside Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire front of engine (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jul 2017 54,450 miles

windscreen scratched

Pass 24 Jun 2016 53,441 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

water leak from water pump area

Pass 15 Sep 2014 52,535 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2014 52,535 miles

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 49,996 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 49,996 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 49,859 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 49,073 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 48,769 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake pads look low visibility restricted

front tyres wearing on inner edges

rear pads look low visibility restricted

Pass 16 Apr 2010 47,846 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Fail 15 Apr 2010 47,846 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

n/s non obligatory mirror insecure

Pass 17 Jul 2009 46,495 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 43,125 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 37,694 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 37,694 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 31,411 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 31,411 miles

Brake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning lamp or other device has operated (3.3.E.5b)

Brake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)

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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V571 DFX is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Beige with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 V571 DFX, 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 V571 DFX registered?

V571 DFX is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V571 DFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V571 DFX shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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