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A16 KSY

1996 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

64,226 mi
Last recorded64,226 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Transporter147,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 KSY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 64,226 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2026 64,221 miles

Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sides chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 63,350 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 62,277 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 60,800 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 58,985 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 58,979 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 58,313 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2021 58,306 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 56,668 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Mar 2018 55,115 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 21 Mar 2018 55,115 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 10 Apr 2017 53,802 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Mar 2016 51,799 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 47,953 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

N/S Belt Buckle Cover Missing

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 47,953 miles

N/S Belt Buckle Cover Missing

Pass 14 Mar 2014 44,988 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 44,988 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 38,698 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 38,142 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 36,125 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 36,089 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 35,588 miles

rear tyres showing signs of ageing

Fail 30 Oct 2009 35,588 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear tyres showing signs of ageing

Pass 14 Nov 2008 35,136 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 35,136 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 34,657 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 34,164 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 33,591 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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A16 KSY is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 147,938 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 A16 KSY, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A16 KSY registered?

A16 KSY is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 October 1996.

Is A16 KSY safe to buy?

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