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E394 DUF

1988 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,419 mi
Last recorded121,419 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Transporter126,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE394 DUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2023 121,419 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 118,392 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 114,399 miles

Central Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caplier (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 111,668 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 108,500 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 103,825 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 100,294 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 91,456 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 136,947 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 132,001 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 129,289 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 123,285 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 119,613 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 118,986 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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E394 DUF is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 E394 DUF, 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

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What year was E394 DUF registered?

E394 DUF is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 March 1988.

Is E394 DUF safe to buy?

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