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D106 APA

1987 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,833 mi
Last recorded114,833 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2012
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Transporter123,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD106 APA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Aug 2012 114,833 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 May 2011 112,288 miles

both front and rear bumpers have been repaired

Pass 1 Jun 2010 112,027 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Rear bumper repaired.

Fail 28 May 2010 112,022 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Rear bumper repaired.

Pass 22 May 2009 111,508 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 May 2008 111,124 miles

Slight dampness inside both headlamps

Pass 26 May 2007 111,091 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 110,676 miles

both wiper blades starting to split

front shock absorbers slightly weak

o/s headlamp slightly damp inside lens

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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D106 APA is a 1987 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 123,896 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 D106 APA, 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 39 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D106 APA registered?

D106 APA is a 1987 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 18 March 1987.

Is D106 APA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D106 APA shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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