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PYR 972R

1977 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,686 mi
Last recorded68,686 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Transporter47,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYR 972R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2023 68,686 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2016 68,620 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 68,119 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 67,596 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 66,250 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2009 63,232 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 63,229 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 60,888 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 60,886 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 8 Jan 2007 58,192 miles

centre steering arm slight movement

slight leak

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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PYR 972R is a 1977 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 47,763 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 PYR 972R, 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 49 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 PYR 972R?

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What year was PYR 972R registered?

PYR 972R is a 1977 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 February 1977.

Is PYR 972R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYR 972R shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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