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BKB 469X

1981 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2023
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

142,271 mi
Last recorded142,271 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2022
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Transporter59,447 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKB 469X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2022 142,271 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front brake hose securing clip missing

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 14 Apr 2022 142,271 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front brake hose securing clip missing

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 3 Feb 2022 142,267 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside sill heavily corroded and offside front step area corroded outside pescribed area

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front brake hose retaining clip missing

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 138,498 miles

fuel cap has a temp item fitted but does seal

oil breather vented to atmosphere

slight screen damage in zone a

Fail 3 Dec 2020 138,498 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

fuel cap has a temp item fitted but does seal

oil breather vented to atmosphere

slight screen damage in zone a

Pass 25 May 2019 134,985 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Outer Door Handle Loose

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Mid-Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Reg Plate Lamp Lens Missing

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Mid-Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Temporary Use Fuel Cap Fitted

Underbody/Chassis/Suspension Corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2019 134,983 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier Engine Bay (4.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire No.4 Injector (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Outer Door Handle Loose

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Mid-Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Reg Plate Lamp Lens Missing

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Not Fitted/Secured Correctly (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Mid-Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Temporary Use Fuel Cap Fitted

Underbody/Chassis/Suspension Corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 133,484 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 133,386 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 133,383 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 133,189 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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BKB 469X is a 1981 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 59,447 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 BKB 469X, 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 45 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 BKB 469X registered?

BKB 469X is a 1981 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 October 1981.

Is BKB 469X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKB 469X shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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