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V616 ERB

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Cream Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

74,905 mi
Last recorded74,905 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV616 ERB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 74,905 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2025 74,905 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 74,535 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 73,949 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 72,929 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 72,596 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 71,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 70,879 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 70,892 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 70,418 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 68,931 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 68,791 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 68,438 miles

Nearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Upper Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 65,109 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 61,417 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 56,685 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 52,732 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 47,868 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 42,815 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 42,814 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 39,821 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 35,101 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 29,731 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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V616 ERB is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Cream with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 V616 ERB, 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

How do I check the history of V616 ERB?

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What year was V616 ERB registered?

V616 ERB is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 October 1999.

Is V616 ERB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V616 ERB shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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