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V833 DNC

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

148,248 mi
Last recorded148,248 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2021
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV833 DNC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2021 148,248 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2021 148,248 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 142,173 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 138,342 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 129,914 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play both rack ends (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 121,276 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 114,232 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

corrosion to exhaust

general corrosion

travel in brake pedel

Fail 25 Jun 2015 114,231 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

corrosion to exhaust

general corrosion

travel in brake pedel

Pass 21 Aug 2014 107,505 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 102,261 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 102,261 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 9 Aug 2012 93,577 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 93,577 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 85,588 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 85,588 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 74,807 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 74,807 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 68,876 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 68,876 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 63,032 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 54,856 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 48,256 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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V833 DNC is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 V833 DNC, 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.

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What year was V833 DNC registered?

V833 DNC is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 13 September 1999.

Is V833 DNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V833 DNC shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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