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JTP 338Y

1982 Volkswagen Transporter

Brown Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

6,866 mi
Last recorded6,866 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2022
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Transporter56,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJTP 338Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1982
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2022 6,866 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 5,640 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 4,310 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 3,712 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 2,218 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 2,186 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

both front door steps corroded

corrosion along both sides of vehicle body panels but not jagged

slight movement all rack mounting bushes

Pass 9 Aug 2016 842 miles

both rear arches slightly corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2015 99,959 miles

both rear arches slightly corroded not jagged

Pass 6 Aug 2014 99,000 miles

both front door steps corroded.

Fail 6 Aug 2014 99,000 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

both front door steps corroded.

Pass 2 Aug 2013 97,595 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 97,595 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 95,501 miles

both front door steps corroded,not structural.

Pass 8 Aug 2011 93,835 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 93,835 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2010 92,586 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 90,842 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 88,038 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 86,600 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 85,691 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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JTP 338Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Transporter in Brown with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 56,903 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 JTP 338Y, 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 44 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 JTP 338Y registered?

JTP 338Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 4 October 1982.

Is JTP 338Y safe to buy?

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