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EKB 807Y

1982 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

84,492 mi
Last recorded84,492 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Transporter56,903 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKB 807Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2021 84,492 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 84,166 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 81,955 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 81,953 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part os flexi fouling tyre on lock (3.6.B.4a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2014 817,101 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 81,709 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 80,141 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 80,140 miles

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 79,912 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 79,684 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 79,615 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 79,607 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2008 79,422 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 78,872 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 77,873 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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EKB 807Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 56,903 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 EKB 807Y, 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 44 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 EKB 807Y registered?

EKB 807Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 September 1982.

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