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359 UYV

1974 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,186 mi
Last recorded96,186 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Transporter57,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration359 UYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2017 96,186 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 95,906 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 93,631 miles

Nearside Rear Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

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

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

nearside rear brake slightly binding

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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359 UYV is a 1974 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 57,072 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 359 UYV, 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 52 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 359 UYV registered?

359 UYV is a 1974 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 3 June 1974.

Is 359 UYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 359 UYV shows 3 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 359 UYV have outstanding finance?

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