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HIB 704

1988 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

88,825 mi
Last recorded88,825 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2023
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Transporter126,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIB 704
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2023 88,825 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 88,801 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 88,791 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 88,735 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 88,691 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 88,672 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

damage on windscreen

Pass 23 Apr 2016 88,516 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 88,292 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 88,104 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Sep 2012 88,033 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 88,033 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 87,942 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 87,590 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 85,627 miles

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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HIB 704 is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 126,992 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 HIB 704, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HIB 704?

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What year was HIB 704 registered?

HIB 704 is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 13 June 1988.

Is HIB 704 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIB 704 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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