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E379 GPJ

1988 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

74,769 mi
Last recorded74,769 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Transporter126,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE379 GPJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 74,769 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2025 74,769 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 74,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

wet test

Pass 3 Sep 2021 74,768 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 74,758 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 74,768 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 74,768 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 74,756 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 74,774 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front tyres deteriorated

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

Fail 8 Jun 2016 74,768 miles

Fuel system component insecure filter (7.2.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front tyres deteriorated

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

coolant leak

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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E379 GPJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 E379 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 E379 GPJ?

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What year was E379 GPJ registered?

E379 GPJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 March 1988.

Is E379 GPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E379 GPJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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