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E353 GPJ

1988 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,194 mi
Last recorded144,194 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Transporter126,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE353 GPJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2026 144,194 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2025 143,506 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 140,337 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 136,843 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 134,228 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 132,209 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 130,147 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 128,138 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 126,152 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 123,055 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 120,780 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 117,750 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 114,980 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 112,860 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 111,024 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 108,469 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 106,022 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 104,801 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 102,973 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 101,892 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 May 2006 100,543 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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E353 GPJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E353 GPJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E353 GPJ?

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What year was E353 GPJ registered?

E353 GPJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 February 1988.

Is E353 GPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E353 GPJ shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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