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2 JBC

2009 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,858 mi
Last recorded99,858 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Transporter100,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2 JBC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 99,858 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 94,791 miles

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 89,057 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2023 89,057 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 85,988 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 81,348 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 76,202 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 76,201 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 69,068 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 63,280 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 56,629 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 49,716 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 42,710 miles

Both front tyres are slightly perished.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Apr 2015 42,680 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Both front tyres are slightly perished.

Both front tyres treads are wearing on outer edges,possibly tracking?

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 Apr 2014 35,953 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 26,009 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 26,009 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 May 2012 23,540 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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2 JBC is a 2009 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 100,754 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 2 JBC, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 2 JBC registered?

2 JBC is a 2009 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is 2 JBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2 JBC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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