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FBL 403V

1980 Volkswagen Microbus

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,121 mi
Last recorded49,121 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Microbus58,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBL 403V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2019 49,121 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 47,390 miles

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 44,325 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 37,373 miles

advise rear brake insp.

all for cv joints worn

both front front seat belts fraying

boyh front tyres perrishing

slight play at steering wheel

slight play in steering idler pin and drag link

was vehicle fitted with anti roll bar from factory

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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FBL 403V is a 1980 Volkswagen Microbus in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 58,647 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FBL 403V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 46 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FBL 403V registered?

FBL 403V is a 1980 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 31 March 1980.

Is FBL 403V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBL 403V shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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