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ECA 842X

1981 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,479 mi
Last recorded14,479 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2006
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Transporter59,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECA 842X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2006 14,479 miles

issued at first test

Fail 16 Nov 2006 14,477 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight noise from both front wheel bearings,corroding underside+brake pipes+brake ferrules+body,oil leaks,exhaust corroded

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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ECA 842X is a 1981 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 59,447 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 ECA 842X, 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 45 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 ECA 842X?

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What year was ECA 842X registered?

ECA 842X is a 1981 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 20 October 1981.

Is ECA 842X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECA 842X 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.

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