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E457 HLU

1988 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1715cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,615 mi
Last recorded166,615 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2008
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Transporter126,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE457 HLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,715cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2008 166,615 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 156,675 miles

nearside door step has very heavy surface corrosion

Pass 22 Jul 2006 135,457 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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E457 HLU is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,715cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 E457 HLU, 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 E457 HLU?

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What year was E457 HLU registered?

E457 HLU is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 February 1988.

Is E457 HLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E457 HLU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E457 HLU have outstanding finance?

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