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97-WH-496

1997 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

189,189 mi
Last recorded189,189 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2006
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Transporter141,148 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration97-WH-496
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2006 189,189 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s/f inner cv boot burst

slight play in n/s steering rack ball-end

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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97-WH-496 is a 1997 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 141,148 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 97-WH-496, 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 29 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 97-WH-496?

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What year was 97-WH-496 registered?

97-WH-496 is a 1997 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is 97-WH-496 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 97-WH-496 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 97-WH-496 have outstanding finance?

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