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C173 MFE

1986 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

18,392 mi
Last recorded18,392 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Transporter70,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC173 MFE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 18,392 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2025 16,675 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 15,503 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 14,398 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 14,006 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 13,133 miles

Slight play in both front anti roll bar 'D' bushes

Pass 12 Apr 2019 11,206 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 9,586 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 7,487 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 106,547 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 104,521 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 3,055 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 1,170 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 99,865 miles

tow bar fitted

Pass 2 Apr 2011 97,323 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 97,323 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 94,331 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 87,037 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake pads wearing low

long travel in handbrake

Pass 1 Apr 2008 80,037 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 77,029 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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C173 MFE is a 1986 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 C173 MFE, 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 C173 MFE registered?

C173 MFE is a 1986 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is C173 MFE safe to buy?

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