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AF02 VBV

2002 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

204,776 mi
Last recorded204,776 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2015
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Transporter130,426 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 VBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Mar 2015 204,776 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 204,776 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 201,588 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 196,584 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 191,407 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 186,217 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 178,188 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 165,720 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 148,853 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 126,235 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 26 Jun 2006 100,794 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 100,793 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

exhaust catalyctic converter heatplate loose but secure at time of test

nail in nearside rear tyre

slight play in nearside front and offside front steering rack inner ball joints

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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AF02 VBV is a 2002 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 130,426 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 AF02 VBV, 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 24 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF02 VBV registered?

AF02 VBV is a 2002 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 April 2002.

Is AF02 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF02 VBV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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