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V586 MKE

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,496 mi
Last recorded36,496 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV586 MKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 36,496 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 34,364 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 33,667 miles
Fail 2 May 2024 33,667 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 3 May 2023 32,063 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 31,738 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 31,102 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 31,102 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 30,991 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 30,889 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 30,503 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 30,503 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 30,224 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 29,639 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 28,928 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 27,695 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 25,584 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 23,788 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 23,077 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 22,920 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 20,927 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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V586 MKE is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V586 MKE, 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 V586 MKE registered?

V586 MKE is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 October 1999.

Is V586 MKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V586 MKE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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