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BBT 776K

1972 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

50,615 mi
Last recorded50,615 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2015
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Transporter48,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBT 776K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2015 50,615 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 48,900 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 48,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 48,550 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all tyres cracking in tread but not to cord

Pass 13 Jun 2012 46,920 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 45,922 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

both front flexis slightly perished

nfr bumpstop missing

osr outer cv boot slighyly perished

Fail 7 Jun 2011 45,981 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

both front flexis slightly perished

nfr bumpstop missing

osr outer cv boot slighyly perished

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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BBT 776K is a 1972 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 48,814 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 BBT 776K, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BBT 776K registered?

BBT 776K is a 1972 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is BBT 776K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBT 776K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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