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AYE 786T

1979 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2023
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,644 mi
Last recorded63,644 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Transporter48,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYE 786T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 63,644 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 63,025 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 62,650 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 61,915 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 60,482 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 60,472 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis on both sides (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2017 59,673 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 57,473 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 56,255 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 55,041 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 54,339 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 53,332 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 52,479 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 51,226 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 49,834 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 47,688 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 45,341 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 42,652 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 42,470 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 6 Jun 2005 39,428 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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AYE 786T is a 1979 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AYE 786T, 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 AYE 786T?

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What year was AYE 786T registered?

AYE 786T is a 1979 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 March 1979.

Is AYE 786T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYE 786T shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AYE 786T have outstanding finance?

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