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BWY 29S

1987 Volkswagen Transporter

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,554 mi
Last recorded25,554 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Transporter123,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWY 29S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1987
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 25,554 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 24,209 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 23,518 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 23,045 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 23,045 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 20,640 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 17,882 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 17,882 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 16,514 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 16,472 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 8,997 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 6,371 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 6,371 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

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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BWY 29S is a 1987 Volkswagen Transporter in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 123,896 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 BWY 29S, 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 39 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 BWY 29S registered?

BWY 29S is a 1987 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 23 October 1987.

Is BWY 29S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWY 29S 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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