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B11 BEO

1996 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

81,647 mi
Last recorded81,647 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Transporter147,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB11 BEO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 81,647 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 81,296 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 76,705 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 74,953 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 74,921 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 70,164 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 68,915 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 66,946 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 61,407 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 59,089 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 56,319 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 53,299 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 50,175 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 46,911 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 44,139 miles

front number plate has a honeycombe effect background

Pass 4 May 2011 44,056 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 41,489 miles

Nearside cv boot has a pin hole in it

Pass 21 Apr 2009 38,822 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

nearside cv joint gaitor damaged

Pass 25 Apr 2008 35,787 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 35,787 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 May 2007 33,148 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2006 32,566 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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B11 BEO is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 B11 BEO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B11 BEO registered?

B11 BEO is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is B11 BEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B11 BEO 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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