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AUE 540S

1977 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,182 mi
Last recorded63,182 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Transporter47,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUE 540S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2026 63,182 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 61,560 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 60,602 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 59,677 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 59,006 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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AUE 540S is a 1977 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 47,763 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 AUE 540S, 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 49 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 AUE 540S?

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What year was AUE 540S registered?

AUE 540S is a 1977 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is AUE 540S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUE 540S shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AUE 540S have outstanding finance?

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