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BCB 581V

1980 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

90,473 mi
Last recorded90,473 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Transporter47,010 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCB 581V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 90,473 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 89,235 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 88,228 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 87,670 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 87,624 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 87,258 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 86,423 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 85,796 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 85,535 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 84,237 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 82,723 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 82,304 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 81,767 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 81,211 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 80,078 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2009 80,061 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 79,263 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 77,641 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 76,424 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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BCB 581V is a 1980 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 47,010 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 BCB 581V, 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 46 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 BCB 581V registered?

BCB 581V is a 1980 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 3 March 1980.

Is BCB 581V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCB 581V shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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