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CLG 159X

1981 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

82,376 mi
Last recorded82,376 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2020
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Transporter59,447 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLG 159X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2020 82,376 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 79,831 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 79,828 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside sill corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2018 77,945 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 77,920 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 75,406 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 72,926 miles

Nearside Front wearing inner edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Rear both rear tyres wearing inner edges

Fail 22 Apr 2016 72,878 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (5.2.6)

Nearside Front wearing inner edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Rear both rear tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 8 Apr 2015 69,314 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 67,909 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 67,125 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 67,118 miles

Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 64,991 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 63,240 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 63,240 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 63,240 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 63,239 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 63,239 miles

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2007
Pass 29 Sep 2006 63,238 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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CLG 159X is a 1981 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 59,447 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 CLG 159X, 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 45 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 CLG 159X registered?

CLG 159X is a 1981 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 18 September 1981.

Is CLG 159X safe to buy?

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