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B226 XJO

1985 Volkswagen Transporter

Maroon Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,029 mi
Last recorded32,029 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Transporter59,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB226 XJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1985
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 32,029 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 31,232 miles
Fail 11 May 2024 31,232 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2023 30,772 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 30,599 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 30,017 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2021 29,991 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached Bush moving excessively along anti roll bar (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability Bolt loose or incorrect size used (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability Bolt loose or incorrect size used (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2020 29,090 miles
Fail 1 May 2020 29,090 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2008 17,575 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 7,491 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 98,149 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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B226 XJO is a 1985 Volkswagen Transporter in Maroon with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B226 XJO, 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 B226 XJO?

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What year was B226 XJO registered?

B226 XJO is a 1985 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 February 1985.

Is B226 XJO safe to buy?

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