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V708 EWB

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

225,716 mi
Last recorded225,716 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV708 EWB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 225,716 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 225,716 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 220,364 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 220,364 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 213,867 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 207,279 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 207,279 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 185,075 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 170,686 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 157,399 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 146,602 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 136,603 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 123,633 miles

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

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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V708 EWB is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 V708 EWB, 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 V708 EWB registered?

V708 EWB is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 12 October 1999.

Is V708 EWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V708 EWB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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