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BHO 199V

1980 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

32,099 mi
Last recorded32,099 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Transporter47,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHO 199V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 32,099 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 32,075 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Oil leak

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Fail 22 May 2014 32,075 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Oil leak

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Pass 14 Mar 2013 32,067 miles

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 31,963 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 31,583 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 31,575 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 30,292 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 30,292 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2008 38,967 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Osf and nsf wheel binding slightly

Osr and nsr flexy ferrules corroded slightly

Vehicle undersealed/unable to inspect fully

Pass 5 Dec 2007 38,937 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 36,967 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 36,967 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

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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BHO 199V is a 1980 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BHO 199V, 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 BHO 199V registered?

BHO 199V is a 1980 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 May 1980.

Is BHO 199V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHO 199V shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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