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DDE 74P

1976 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,767 mi
Last recorded28,767 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Transporter47,234 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDE 74P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 28,767 miles

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

corrosion in both rear out riggers

Pass 14 Dec 2016 25,927 miles

both rear outriggers are becoming weak

corrosion in both rear trailing arm joints

Pass 4 Dec 2015 19,155 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 83,148 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 8 Jul 2011 83,128 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 79,565 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 76,213 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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DDE 74P is a 1976 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 47,234 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 DDE 74P, 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 50 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 DDE 74P registered?

DDE 74P is a 1976 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1976.

Is DDE 74P safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDE 74P shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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