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E303 XKK

1988 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

109,843 mi
Last recorded109,843 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2021
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Transporter126,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE303 XKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2021 109,843 miles

all rear floor slightly corroded

suspension arms slightly corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2020 109,187 miles

accelerator pedal sticking

all exhaust slightly corroded

corrosion on both front steps

Pass 24 Aug 2017 109,174 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front step corroded / holed

Nearside Front tyre perishing and cracking

Offside Front Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately secure but with zipties (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front step corroded / holed

hazard warning switch works but may have internal contact fault

Pass 19 Jul 2016 107,529 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

exhaust system deteriorated

Fail 18 Jul 2016 107,529 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 20 Jun 2015 106,874 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all 4 tyres cracking and perishing

Fail 19 Jun 2015 106,873 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all 4 tyres cracking and perishing

Pass 25 Feb 2014 105,543 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

n/s/r tyre slighty perished

o/s/r tyer slighty perished

Fail 25 Feb 2014 105,543 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

n/s/r tyre slighty perished

o/s/r tyer slighty perished

Pass 26 Feb 2013
Pass 23 Sep 2010 103,884 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 103,884 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 103,863 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 103,814 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 103,519 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 103,519 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 103,387 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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E303 XKK is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 126,992 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 E303 XKK, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E303 XKK registered?

E303 XKK is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 11 March 1988.

Is E303 XKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E303 XKK shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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