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FNP 363W

1981 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 2772cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94 mi
Last recorded94 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Transporter59,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNP 363W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,772cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 94 miles

Underseal flaking and exposing surface rust

Pass 6 Jun 2018 56 miles

new speedo fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2017 232,212 miles

under body slightly corroded oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2016 232,169 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 232,156 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 232,075 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 8 Jun 2013 231,226 miles

Main beam tell-tale not working

Rear seats & seat belts removed at time of test

Slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing

Slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed & repaired

Fail 4 Jun 2013 231,224 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Main beam tell-tale not working

Rear seats & seat belts removed at time of test

Slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing

Slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed & repaired

Pass 27 Oct 2008 228,752 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 228,752 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fail 18 Jul 2008 228,750 miles

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

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2007 227,412 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2005 226,049 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 225,992 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

slight play n/s rack knuckle †slight play both top antiroll bar link arms

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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FNP 363W is a 1981 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,772cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 59,447 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 FNP 363W, 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 45 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 FNP 363W registered?

FNP 363W is a 1981 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is FNP 363W safe to buy?

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