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BHU 489J

1971 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,131 mi
Last recorded92,131 miles
Recorded on17 May 2008
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Transporter49,373 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHU 489J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2008 92,131 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2007 90,836 miles

ADVISE N/S +O/S LOWER BALL JOINT RUBBERS PERISHED

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2007 90,836 miles

ADVISE N/S +O/S LOWER BALL JOINT RUBBERS 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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BHU 489J is a 1971 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 49,373 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 BHU 489J, 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 55 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 BHU 489J registered?

BHU 489J is a 1971 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is BHU 489J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHU 489J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BHU 489J have outstanding finance?

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