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FUS 178S

1977 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

39,459 mi
Last recorded39,459 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Transporter47,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUS 178S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 39,459 miles

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

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

Vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 4 May 2016 37,982 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 36,220 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 15 May 2014 33,758 miles

Oil leak

corrosion at nearside and offside outriggers (not near any anchor points or seatbelt mountings)

corrosion on floor pan of vehicle (not near any anchor points or seat belt mountings)

horn working intermittently

Pass 4 May 2013 31,811 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 30,446 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 29,303 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 27,680 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 26,314 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 25,233 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 24,033 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 24,051 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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

advise non structural corrosion at offside front crossmember,rear axle,nearside front chassis crossmember and nearside rear chassis outrigger

Fail 23 Jun 2006 24,003 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FUS 178S is a 1977 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 47,763 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 FUS 178S, 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 49 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 FUS 178S registered?

FUS 178S is a 1977 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 23 August 1977.

Is FUS 178S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUS 178S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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