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A80 BTH

2012 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,277 mi
Last recorded94,277 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Transporter88,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA80 BTH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2025 94,277 miles

Exhaust centre and rear box corroded and peeling

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip Nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 82,874 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both = devoid of tread on edges but not considered to be full depth (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust (silencers) corroded but serviceable

Pass 3 May 2023 70,050 miles

Exhaust middle and back box corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip Nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2022 60,244 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2021 56,258 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 51,049 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 48,737 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 44,857 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 41,378 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 23 May 2016 36,802 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 29,960 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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A80 BTH is a 2012 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 88,875 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 A80 BTH, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A80 BTH registered?

A80 BTH is a 2012 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is A80 BTH safe to buy?

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