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DBZ 3542

1989 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1715cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,147 mi
Last recorded95,147 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2006
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Transporter126,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBZ 3542
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,715cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2006 95,147 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES OUTER SIDE WALLS PERISHING

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

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

Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2005 93,170 miles

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

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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DBZ 3542 is a 1989 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,715cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 126,775 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 DBZ 3542, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DBZ 3542?

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What year was DBZ 3542 registered?

DBZ 3542 is a 1989 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 June 1989.

Is DBZ 3542 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBZ 3542 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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