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T272 MGA

1999 Volkswagen Multivan

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

109,005 mi
Last recorded109,005 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Multivan138,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT272 MGA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 109,005 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 104,974 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 101,705 miles

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

Under-Body Undersealed

Fail 15 Sep 2023 101,610 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2022 93,498 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2021 84,622 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 84,621 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2020 82,567 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 82,559 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 82,329 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 80,605 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

ns inner track rod has slight play

os inner track rod has slight play

Fail 12 May 2016 80,604 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

ns inner track rod has slight play

os inner track rod has slight play

Pass 30 Jul 2014 78,938 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 13 May 2013 76,155 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 76,153 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 73,867 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 69,929 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 65,499 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 58,195 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 58,195 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2007 54,038 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 47,781 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Multivan?

Based on 9,554 MOT tests across 618 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
4,129
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
618
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 220
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 214
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 213
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 209
Stop lamp not working 193
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T272 MGA is a 1999 Volkswagen Multivan in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 138,926 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Multivan fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T272 MGA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Multivan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 27 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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T272 MGA is a 1999 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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