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KBZ 4390

1985 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,226 mi
Last recorded23,226 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Transporter59,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBZ 4390
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 23,226 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 22,433 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 19,198 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 17,561 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 15,746 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 14,450 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 14,450 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 13,111 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 11,470 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 10,263 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 9,684 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 8,326 miles

co emissions 3.997% limit 4.5%

Fail 19 Apr 2011 8,326 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

co emissions 3.997% limit 4.5%

Pass 23 Apr 2010 6,535 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 4,883 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 3,597 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 1,897 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 69 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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KBZ 4390 is a 1985 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 59,390 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 KBZ 4390, 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 41 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 KBZ 4390 registered?

KBZ 4390 is a 1985 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is KBZ 4390 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBZ 4390 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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