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A3 TOO

1987 Volkswagen Transporter

Bronze Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

157,076 mi
Last recorded157,076 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Transporter123,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 TOO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1987
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 157,076 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 155,763 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2023 155,763 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 153,718 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 153,709 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear arch corroded

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 152,906 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 152,005 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 148,702 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 142,096 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 140,800 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 139,182 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 137,170 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 152,036 miles

advise offside rear tyre

Pass 25 Sep 2012 149,175 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 145,641 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 141,298 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 135,526 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 130,314 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 124,513 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 120,185 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 115,510 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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A3 TOO is a 1987 Volkswagen Transporter in Bronze with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 123,896 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 A3 TOO, 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 39 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A3 TOO?

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What year was A3 TOO registered?

A3 TOO is a 1987 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 12 May 1987.

Is A3 TOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 TOO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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