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CKL 738T

1979 Volkswagen Transporter

Orange Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,465 mi
Last recorded55,465 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Transporter48,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCKL 738T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 55,465 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 55,323 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 54,696 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 54,270 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 53,767 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 53,205 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 52,836 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 52,836 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 52,507 miles

windscreen washers slow in operation

Pass 27 Jul 2010 52,018 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 50,982 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 50,233 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 48,233 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 45,903 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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CKL 738T is a 1979 Volkswagen Transporter in Orange with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 48,536 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 CKL 738T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CKL 738T?

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What year was CKL 738T registered?

CKL 738T is a 1979 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 12 March 1979.

Is CKL 738T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CKL 738T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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