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DVK 141J

1970 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,109 mi
Last recorded35,109 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Transporter45,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVK 141J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 35,109 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 31,245 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 29,309 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 24,559 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 21,223 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 17,599 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 17,597 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.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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DVK 141J is a 1970 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 45,029 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 DVK 141J, 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 56 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 DVK 141J registered?

DVK 141J is a 1970 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 August 1970.

Is DVK 141J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVK 141J 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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