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DKL 529Y

1982 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

22,225 mi
Last recorded22,225 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Transporter56,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKL 529Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 22,225 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 22,225 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2024 22,225 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 21,845 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Mar 2023 21,845 miles

Fuel hose damaged filler neck pipe split (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 21,845 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 21,845 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 18,549 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 16,306 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 15,459 miles

Offside Rear Outer cv boot split but does stop the increase of dirt getting in

Fail 24 Apr 2017 15,453 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam When turn main beam dip beam goes out as well as main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Outer cv boot split but does stop the increase of dirt getting in

Pass 22 Apr 2016 14,343 miles

Advise horn intermittent but working at time of test

Advise slight grease seepage from both front lower ball joint boots

Advise slight or corrosion to chassis outriggers chalk marked

Advise slight wheel bearing play in both rear hubs

Advise slight wheel bearing play in n/s/f hub

Advise wipers smearing screen slightly

Pass 2 May 2015 13,360 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 12,680 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 11,850 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 9,032 miles

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

both front brake discs worn

o/s outer sill corroded slightly

Pass 7 Apr 2010 7,254 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 6,176 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 4,378 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2007 2,469 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 2,469 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2006 855 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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DKL 529Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 56,903 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 DKL 529Y, 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 44 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 DKL 529Y registered?

DKL 529Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 November 1982.

Is DKL 529Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKL 529Y shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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