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FNP 412W

1980 Volkswagen Transporter

Multi-colour Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

21,707 mi
Last recorded21,707 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Transporter47,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNP 412W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1980
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 21,707 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 20,959 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 19,077 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 19,077 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 16,556 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 11,749 miles

rear brakes noisy

Pass 29 May 2014 10,011 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 9,951 miles

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 May 2013 6,894 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 30 May 2013 6,894 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 May 2012 4,704 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 4,030 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 4,021 miles

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

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Fail 22 Jul 2011 39,452 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

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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FNP 412W is a 1980 Volkswagen Transporter in Multi-colour with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FNP 412W, 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 FNP 412W registered?

FNP 412W is a 1980 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is FNP 412W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNP 412W shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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