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C158 EUW

1986 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

261,946 mi
Last recorded261,946 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Transporter70,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC158 EUW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 261,946 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 261,899 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 261,359 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside front lower sill corroded

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Sep 2023 261,358 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside front lower sill corroded

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 259,929 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 259,927 miles

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

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

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

Brake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 259,449 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 259,449 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 257,714 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 256,928 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 255,591 miles

Front brake pipes around nearside 'T' piece corroded

Nearside front brake pipe at front 'T' piece corroded

Slight corrosion to offside rear outer sill

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing

Steering rack damp around offside

Pass 20 Jun 2016 254,147 miles

Slight play in all four wheel bearings

Fail 15 Jun 2016 254,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Slight play in all four wheel bearings

Pass 10 Jun 2015 248,332 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 240,447 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 232,124 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 227,522 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 222,290 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 215,932 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 205,018 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 204,045 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 202,540 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 202,540 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 197,512 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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C158 EUW is a 1986 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 70,547 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 C158 EUW, 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 40 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 C158 EUW registered?

C158 EUW is a 1986 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C158 EUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C158 EUW shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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