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DBH 301T

1978 Volkswagen Delivery Van

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

51,792 mi
Last recorded51,792 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Delivery Van45,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBH 301T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDelivery Van
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 51,792 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 51,788 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 51,772 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 51,693 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 50,986 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 50,986 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2013 50,717 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 50,242 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 May 2012 50,242 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 49,214 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 49,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 21 Apr 2011 49,089 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 48,536 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 48,135 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

both front tyres cracking

Pass 6 Aug 2008 48,135 miles

both front tyres cracking

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Delivery Van?

Based on 21,038 MOT tests across 1,834 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
994
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,834
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,223
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,126
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,121
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,016
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 889
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DBH 301T is a 1978 Volkswagen Delivery Van in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Delivery Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 45,399 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Delivery Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DBH 301T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Delivery Van typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 48 years old, this Volkswagen Delivery Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DBH 301T?

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What year was DBH 301T registered?

DBH 301T is a 1978 Volkswagen Delivery Van, first registered on 23 October 1978.

Is DBH 301T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBH 301T shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DBH 301T have outstanding finance?

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