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BX 2131

1974 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,474 mi
Last recorded66,474 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Transporter57,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX 2131
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1974
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2019 66,474 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front caliper feed hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear shock absorbers bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres are cracked and perished 195/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Wheel bearing has slight play both rear wheel bearings have slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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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BX 2131 is a 1974 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 57,072 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 BX 2131, 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 52 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 BX 2131 registered?

BX 2131 is a 1974 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 16 February 1974.

Is BX 2131 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX 2131 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BX 2131 have outstanding finance?

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