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V653 NEX

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,376 mi
Last recorded71,376 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV653 NEX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 71,376 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2025 70,130 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 68,589 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 67,969 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 66,627 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 66,532 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 62,814 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 6 Oct 2016 62,814 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 60,667 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 55,709 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

injector leak off pipes look damp

Pass 22 Feb 2013 53,635 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 48,261 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Apr 2011 39,221 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 30,938 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 26,652 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 25,940 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 24,100 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 24,098 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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V653 NEX is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V653 NEX, 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 V653 NEX registered?

V653 NEX is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 October 1999.

Is V653 NEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V653 NEX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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