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FIG 2071

1995 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

208,072 mi
Last recorded208,072 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 1995 Volkswagen Transporter146,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 2071
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 208,072 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 30 Jul 2019 208,072 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Aug 2018 206,796 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Body repaired but corroded

Fail 2 Aug 2018 206,787 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged ferrules excessively corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached Bolt insecure, hole elongated (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged ferrules excessively corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Side repeater missing both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Secured around roll bar (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Body repaired but corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2017 205,383 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 25 Jul 2017 205,373 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Aug 2016 203,002 miles

Nearside Front rack end has slight play

Pass 28 Jul 2015 200,458 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Jul 2015 200,458 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 197,362 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 195,249 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 192,584 miles

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

Offside Lower Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 188,797 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 185,845 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 185,841 miles

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Fail 19 Feb 2010 185,816 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 181,195 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 176,183 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 176,183 miles

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 164,324 miles

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

Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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FIG 2071 is a 1995 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1995 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 146,432 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 FIG 2071, 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 31 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FIG 2071 registered?

FIG 2071 is a 1995 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 25 September 1995.

Is FIG 2071 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 2071 shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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