1999 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · V406 DSL
1999 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 10/11/1999. Recorded mileage 249,880 miles. MOT valid until 06/07/2027. Taxed until 01/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1999 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/07/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/02/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 249,880 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1999
- Engine
- 2459cc
V406 DSL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/06/2026
- 249,880 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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V406 DSL Mileage History
- 24/06/2024245,397 mi
- 27/06/2025247,127 mi+1,730 mi
- 04/07/2025247,132 mi+5 mi
- 12/06/2026249,876 mi+2,744 mi
- 12/06/2026249,880 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 2,280 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
V406 DSL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Volkswagen Transporter (V406 DSL) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outrigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))”.
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