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X979 AEL

2000 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests30 (22 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

73,113 mi
Last recorded73,113 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Transporter136,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX979 AEL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

22 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 73,113 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 72,022 miles

Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened Tension spring missing (1.1.15 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear mount bush seperating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear mount bush seperating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2025 72,022 miles

Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened Tension spring missing (1.1.15 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear mount bush seperating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear mount bush seperating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 69,839 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2024 69,829 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 67,964 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 66,094 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 63,993 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 62,784 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 62,784 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 61,058 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated in black underseal. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 59,369 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 59,356 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking engine (7.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 57,665 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 54,800 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 51,030 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 51,018 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 48,358 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 45,447 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 43,082 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 43,082 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 41,799 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Mar 2011 41,799 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 40,968 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 40,455 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 39,287 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 39,281 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 37,697 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 34,041 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 24,597 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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X979 AEL is a 2000 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 136,792 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 X979 AEL, 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 26 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 X979 AEL registered?

X979 AEL is a 2000 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 7 November 2000.

Is X979 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X979 AEL shows 30 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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