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DCK 208B

1964 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

5,023 mi
Last recorded5,023 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 1964 Volkswagen Transporter36,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCK 208B
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1964
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 5,023 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 4,896 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 4,470 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 3,999 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 3,440 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 2,955 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 1,870 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 253 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 99,587 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 98,632 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 98,053 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 98,048 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 97,616 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 96,910 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 96,023 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 91,840 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise front tyres

advise slight play in front steering pivot

Pass 21 Jul 2009 87,701 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 87,701 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 86,429 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

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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DCK 208B is a 1964 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1964 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 36,208 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 DCK 208B, 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 62 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 DCK 208B?

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What year was DCK 208B registered?

DCK 208B is a 1964 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1964.

Is DCK 208B safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCK 208B shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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