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A168 BBD

1984 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1888cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

204,856 mi
Last recorded204,856 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1984 Volkswagen Transporter58,141 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA168 BBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,888cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 204,856 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 203,791 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 203,753 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 203,397 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 203,367 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Stop lamp not working Both sides (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 202,175 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Oct 2014 202,175 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2013 200,792 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 198,859 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 196,182 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 192,784 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 192,784 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 190,636 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 190,626 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 185,544 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight travel on foot brake

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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A168 BBD is a 1984 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,888cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1984 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 58,141 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 A168 BBD, 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 42 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A168 BBD registered?

A168 BBD is a 1984 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A168 BBD safe to buy?

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