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AHK 143X

1981 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,459 mi
Last recorded28,459 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Transporter59,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHK 143X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2025 28,459 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 25,779 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 25,449 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 24,546 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 23,430 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 22,686 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 21,745 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 20,593 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 19,589 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 18,533 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 18,143 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 17,351 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 16,395 miles

nearside rear inner driveshaft gaiter slightly deteriorated

Pass 8 Jun 2012 15,655 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 14,983 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 14,439 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 13,899 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 13,564 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 13,095 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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AHK 143X is a 1981 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 59,447 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 AHK 143X, 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 45 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 AHK 143X?

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What year was AHK 143X registered?

AHK 143X is a 1981 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 12 November 1981.

Is AHK 143X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHK 143X shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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