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V648 EWJ

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

232,059 mi
Last recorded232,059 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV648 EWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 232,059 miles

Oil leak

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 221,878 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Fail 21 Sep 2013 221,825 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 208,885 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 208,773 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 198,223 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 187,648 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 174,592 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 160,144 miles

both rear tyres not 8 ply rated (4x4 tyres fitted)

offside rear and nearside front pad wear sensor broken and warning lamp illuminated

oil leaks to engine area

Pass 29 Aug 2007 129,545 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 94,449 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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V648 EWJ is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 V648 EWJ, 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 V648 EWJ registered?

V648 EWJ is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 October 1999.

Is V648 EWJ safe to buy?

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