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E505 HFG

1988 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

261,639 mi
Last recorded261,639 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2007
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Transporter126,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE505 HFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2007 261,639 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 261,443 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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E505 HFG is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E505 HFG, 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 E505 HFG registered?

E505 HFG is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E505 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E505 HFG shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E505 HFG have outstanding finance?

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