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B157 NJU

1985 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,204 mi
Last recorded27,204 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Transporter59,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB157 NJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 26 Nov 2025 27,204 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 23,084 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 15,891 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 8,569 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 2,087 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 38,628 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 36,101 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 27,345 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 22,143 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 327 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 62,613 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 46,750 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 41,685 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 39,450 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 39,018 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 30,465 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 194,278 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 16,469 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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B157 NJU is a 1985 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 59,390 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 B157 NJU, 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 41 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 B157 NJU?

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What year was B157 NJU registered?

B157 NJU is a 1985 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is B157 NJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B157 NJU shows 18 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 B157 NJU have outstanding finance?

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