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D160 XBL

1987 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,406 mi
Last recorded54,406 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Transporter123,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD160 XBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 54,406 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 53,926 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2025 53,926 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 53,029 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 51,833 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 51,475 miles

front panel corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2020 50,361 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 50,270 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 49,795 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 47,865 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 45,491 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 43,761 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 42,861 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 41,389 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 40,603 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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D160 XBL is a 1987 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 D160 XBL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D160 XBL registered?

D160 XBL is a 1987 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 11 February 1987.

Is D160 XBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D160 XBL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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