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ETF 744V

1980 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

40,109 mi
Last recorded40,109 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2012
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Transporter47,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETF 744V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 21 Mar 2012 40,109 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 40,109 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 40,022 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 40,022 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 May 2010 39,507 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 39,507 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 May 2009 39,105 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 38,969 miles

brake pipes and brake hoses ends rusted

Fail 3 Jun 2008 38,969 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

brake pipes and brake hoses ends rusted

Pass 29 May 2007 36,769 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 36,540 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside front tyre

offside rear drive shaft inner boot deteriated

Pass 9 May 2006 26,554 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 26,554 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 18 May 2005 20,526 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

general corrosion present over the vehicle body and underbody

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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ETF 744V is a 1980 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 ETF 744V, 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 ETF 744V registered?

ETF 744V is a 1980 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 April 1980.

Is ETF 744V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETF 744V shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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