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EJH 349V

1980 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

54,685 mi
Last recorded54,685 miles
Recorded on24 May 2022
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Transporter47,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJH 349V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 May 2022 54,685 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 53,479 miles

Offside Front jacking point corroded

reverse lights not working

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 53,344 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 53,344 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 53,332 miles

Oil leak ()

floor corroded

front seat belt mounts slight corrosion

offside rear battery tray corroded

Fail 11 Jul 2016 53,332 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

floor corroded

front seat belt mounts slight corrosion

offside rear battery tray corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2015 52,913 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 51,438 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 50,880 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 50,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 49,770 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 49,770 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 48,909 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 48,909 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 47,489 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 44,315 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 42,180 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 36,263 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

nsf tyre perised †small hole osf jacking point

Pass 10 May 2006 36,263 miles

nsf tyre perised †small hole osf jacking point

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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EJH 349V is a 1980 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 47,010 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 EJH 349V, 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 46 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 EJH 349V registered?

EJH 349V is a 1980 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 21 March 1980.

Is EJH 349V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJH 349V shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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