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5797 MX

2016 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,423 mi
Last recorded93,423 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Transporter64,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration5797 MX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2026 93,423 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 84,416 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 75,197 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 65,163 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 58,550 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 52,381 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 40,094 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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5797 MX is a 2016 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 64,758 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 5797 MX, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 5797 MX?

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What year was 5797 MX registered?

5797 MX is a 2016 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 23 December 2016.

Is 5797 MX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5797 MX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 5797 MX have outstanding finance?

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