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C8 NCS

1990 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1715cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

251,315 mi
Last recorded251,315 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Transporter120,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 NCS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,715cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 251,315 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 248,633 miles

Nearside Rear inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2016 245,125 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 242,706 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded FROM 3 WAY CONNECTOR (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded TOO 3 WAY CONNECTOR (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 241,340 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 25 Sep 2014 241,340 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 238,291 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 238,288 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 232,484 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

SERIOUS OIL LEAK

Pass 19 Oct 2011 225,105 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2011 225,101 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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C8 NCS is a 1990 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,715cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 120,762 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 C8 NCS, 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 36 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 C8 NCS registered?

C8 NCS is a 1990 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is C8 NCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 NCS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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