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A13 GCN

1999 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

161,960 mi
Last recorded161,960 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Transporter143,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 GCN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 161,960 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 161,553 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 161,232 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s rear and o/s front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Nov 2023 161,232 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect all 4 (5.3.2 (d))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s rear and o/s front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 160,371 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 160,059 miles

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair n/s handbrake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 159,143 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2019 157,591 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 157,591 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2018 156,078 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 153,740 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 153,740 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Central Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded to compensator (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 May 2016 147,787 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and nearside front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 138,932 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 131,937 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 122,138 miles

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

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

Offside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 113,249 miles

Front Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

advisery; 195/65x15c fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2012 113,249 miles

advisery; 195/65x15c fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2011 103,965 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 103,965 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 93,498 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 93,498 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front and rear discs slightly worn

front wipers smear slightly

middle box very weak reccomend replace

Pass 1 May 2009 83,775 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 82,291 miles

both rear tyres are cracking

front number plate is cracked

not tested front centre seat belt as child seat is fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2007 79,276 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 75,656 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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A13 GCN is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 143,659 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 A13 GCN, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A13 GCN registered?

A13 GCN is a 1999 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 19 May 1999.

Is A13 GCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 GCN shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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