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5435 DD

1991 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1715cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

59,897 mi
Last recorded59,897 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Transporter134,431 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5435 DD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,715cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 59,897 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 59,856 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 59,490 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 59,141 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 58,769 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 58,351 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 57,071 miles

Minor coolant leak front to rear hose at front

Pass 4 Apr 2018 56,076 miles

Nearside Rear inner wheel arch tub has slight corrosion?

Offside Front cab step slightly corrosion

Pass 27 Mar 2017 54,955 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 54,520 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 53,664 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 53,657 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 52,146 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 51,031 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 49,119 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre no tread on inner edge

Pass 8 Apr 2011 47,028 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 44,016 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front seat backs slightly insecure

Pass 9 Apr 2009 42,617 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 40,057 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 36,231 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2006 30,219 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 30,219 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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5435 DD is a 1991 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,715cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 134,431 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 5435 DD, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 5435 DD registered?

5435 DD is a 1991 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 23 November 1991.

Is 5435 DD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5435 DD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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