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3 UKE

1990 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

173,624 mi
Last recorded173,624 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Transporter120,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration3 UKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2025 173,624 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2024 173,108 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 171,578 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 169,988 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 167,989 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 166,506 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2019 166,170 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 165,652 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 163,497 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 161,927 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 159,921 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 156,564 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 154,042 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 150,734 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 146,686 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 144,807 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 139,746 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 136,598 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 130,334 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 125,774 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 118,372 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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3 UKE is a 1990 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 120,762 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 3 UKE, 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 36 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 3 UKE?

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What year was 3 UKE registered?

3 UKE is a 1990 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 7 February 1990.

Is 3 UKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3 UKE shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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