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EMP 979V

1980 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

54,054 mi
Last recorded54,054 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2014
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Transporter47,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMP 979V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2014 54,054 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 54,036 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 54,036 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 28 Mar 2012 54,034 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching not secure (5.2.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

chassis plate insecure

floor corrosion front /both front seats delapidated /electrics on tow bar not working/

Pass 20 Aug 2010 51,329 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 47,142 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 47,134 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 44,552 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 41,176 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 35,623 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 35,616 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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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EMP 979V is a 1980 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 EMP 979V, 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 EMP 979V registered?

EMP 979V is a 1980 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 24 March 1980.

Is EMP 979V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMP 979V shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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