1999 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · S596 BVC
1999 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 15 Feb 1999. Recorded mileage 205,287 miles. MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1999 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 205,287 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S596 BVC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/03/2026
- 205,287 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S596 BVC 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 (S596 BVC) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 March 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 (15 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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: “Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower ball joint dust c”; “Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts wires tied to metal steering column and rubbing (4.11 (a) (iii)”.
S596 BVC Mileage History
- 18/03/2024198,331 mi
- 02/04/2024198,352 mi+21 mi
- 01/04/2025203,190 mi+4,838 mi
- 01/04/2025203,190 mi
- 26/03/2026205,287 mi+2,097 mi
Average of roughly 3,443 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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