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468 UXS

2006 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

28,238 mi
Last recorded28,238 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Transporter120,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration468 UXS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 28,238 miles

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play strong advice (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 25,443 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front tyre worn inner edge STRONG ADVISE

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

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 31 Dec 2014 20,344 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

both front tyres worn inner edges

Fail 10 Jan 2014 12,502 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 12,502 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 11,457 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 10,452 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 10,382 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 17 Apr 2008 10,332 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 8,917 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 8,887 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 7,374 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 7,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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468 UXS is a 2006 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 120,408 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 468 UXS, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 468 UXS registered?

468 UXS is a 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 21 April 2006.

Is 468 UXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 468 UXS shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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