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AML 328T

1979 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,240 mi
Last recorded89,240 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Transporter48,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAML 328T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 89,240 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 89,170 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2018 89,170 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 89,016 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 88,578 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 88,225 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 87,792 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 87,792 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 86,984 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering rubber joint to steering box has surface cracking

Fail 21 Aug 2013 86,976 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering rubber joint to steering box has surface cracking

Pass 7 Apr 2012 85,757 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 84,067 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 82,513 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 79,273 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 78,925 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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AML 328T is a 1979 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 48,536 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 AML 328T, 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 47 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 AML 328T?

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What year was AML 328T registered?

AML 328T is a 1979 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is AML 328T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AML 328T shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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