MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
912,681 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
the following are all in poor condition n/s/f indicator lamp , n/s/r brake pipe , exhaust , rear number plate
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?
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E608 AKM is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,588cc 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 E608 AKM, 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.
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What year was E608 AKM registered?
E608 AKM is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 July 1988.
Is E608 AKM safe to buy?
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