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CUW 756V

1979 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

87,713 mi
Last recorded87,713 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Transporter48,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUW 756V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2020 87,713 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 86,626 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 85,183 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 84,355 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 82,809 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 81,742 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 814,987 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

hub caps fitted

os seat belt slow to retract

Fail 25 Jun 2014 81,497 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

hub caps fitted

os seat belt slow to retract

Pass 6 Feb 2013 78,280 miles

slight corrosion front discs

Pass 19 Apr 2012 75,074 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 75,073 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

all brake pipes covered in wax oil hard to check for rust

Pass 7 Sep 2010 73,083 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 70,317 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 68,631 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 67,751 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 67,751 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 21 Dec 2006 67,732 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2005 66,155 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2005 66,155 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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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CUW 756V is a 1979 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 CUW 756V, 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

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What year was CUW 756V registered?

CUW 756V is a 1979 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 November 1979.

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The MOT history for CUW 756V shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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