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PHR 489M

1974 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,087 mi
Last recorded55,087 miles
Recorded on10 May 2022
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Transporter57,072 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHR 489M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2022 55,087 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 53,020 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 53,012 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)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 51,334 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 51,334 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 51,014 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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PHR 489M is a 1974 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 57,072 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 PHR 489M, 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 52 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 PHR 489M?

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What year was PHR 489M registered?

PHR 489M is a 1974 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 19 February 1974.

Is PHR 489M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHR 489M shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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