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C207 BOT

1986 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,586 mi
Last recorded87,586 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2006
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Transporter70,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC207 BOT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2006 87,586 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 87,584 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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C207 BOT is a 1986 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C207 BOT, 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 C207 BOT registered?

C207 BOT is a 1986 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 April 1986.

Is C207 BOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C207 BOT shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C207 BOT have outstanding finance?

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