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DCF 897V

1979 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

19,809 mi
Last recorded19,809 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Transporter48,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCF 897V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 19,809 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 19,587 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 17,768 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 16,829 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 15,910 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 14,494 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 13,020 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 11,956 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 8,735 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 5,880 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 2,939 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 1,259 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 99,647 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 96,850 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 95,885 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 95,290 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2008 95,290 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 94,233 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 93,391 miles

slight bind nearside front brake

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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DCF 897V is a 1979 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 DCF 897V, 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 DCF 897V registered?

DCF 897V is a 1979 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is DCF 897V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCF 897V shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DCF 897V have outstanding finance?

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