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C990 PUJ

1985 Volkswagen Transporter

Cream Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

309,961 mi
Last recorded309,961 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Transporter59,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC990 PUJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1985
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 309,961 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 308,270 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2025 308,075 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 304,819 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

REAR EXHAUST TAIL PIPE CORRODED

Pass 11 Mar 2023 298,275 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 292,781 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 286,999 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 285,529 miles

handbrake effort slightly low

n/s/r inner sill corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2019 277,550 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 277,394 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 277,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 277,358 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 277,358 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 277,336 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 277,336 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2010 274,574 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 274,574 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 273,854 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 273,854 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 266,432 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 266,432 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 260,184 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 260,184 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 255,421 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 255,421 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 Nov 2005 248,535 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 248,535 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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C990 PUJ is a 1985 Volkswagen Transporter in Cream with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 59,390 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 C990 PUJ, 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 41 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C990 PUJ registered?

C990 PUJ is a 1985 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C990 PUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C990 PUJ shows 27 tests with a 63% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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