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MEU 158P

1976 Volkswagen Transporter

Gold Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,601 mi
Last recorded32,601 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Transporter47,234 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEU 158P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1976
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 32,601 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

slight play idler bush

some corrosion by tow bar mounting bolts

Pass 7 Sep 2018 16,154 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 14,775 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 13,729 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 28,600 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 11,507 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 10,277 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 10,277 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 33,864 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 33,864 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 27 May 2006 3,383 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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MEU 158P is a 1976 Volkswagen Transporter in Gold with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 47,234 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 MEU 158P, 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 50 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 MEU 158P registered?

MEU 158P is a 1976 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is MEU 158P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEU 158P shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MEU 158P have outstanding finance?

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