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A15 MCG

1986 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

41,204 mi
Last recorded41,204 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Transporter70,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 MCG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 41,204 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 41,136 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 41,035 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 40,845 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 40,400 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 40,064 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 39,861 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 39,574 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 39,256 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 38,837 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 38,202 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 38,202 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 37,483 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 36,370 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 36,291 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 35,213 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 34,493 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 33,410 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 May 2008 32,557 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 31,758 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 31,758 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 May 2006 30,724 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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A15 MCG is a 1986 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 70,547 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 A15 MCG, 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 40 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A15 MCG registered?

A15 MCG is a 1986 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 23 May 1986.

Is A15 MCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 MCG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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