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9442 U

1998 Volkswagen Transporter

Orange Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,331 mi
Last recorded89,331 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Transporter144,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration9442 U
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2014 89,331 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 82,923 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 81,654 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 81,640 miles

Centre Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Air suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 79,072 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 75,159 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 71,346 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 71,291 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 65,212 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front and rear brake discs surface corrosion

front brake discs fluctuation

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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9442 U is a 1998 Volkswagen Transporter in Orange with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 144,790 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 9442 U, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 9442 U?

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What year was 9442 U registered?

9442 U is a 1998 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is 9442 U safe to buy?

The MOT history for 9442 U shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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