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Q469YRX

1988 Volkswagen Transporter

Brown Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

202,154 mi
Last recorded202,154 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2019
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Transporter126,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ469YRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1988
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2019 202,154 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

general vehicle corrosion

Fail 15 Feb 2019 202,153 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

general vehicle corrosion

Pass 25 Sep 2017 202,136 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 200,195 miles

Nearside Front step corroded

Offside Front step corroded

parking brake only just met efficiency

Fail 13 Sep 2016 200,194 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded valance area corrded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Front step corroded

Offside Front step corroded

parking brake only just met efficiency

Pass 9 Sep 2015 199,794 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 199,262 miles

slight corrosion to n/s/f footstep

slight corrosion to o/s/r panel

Pass 23 Sep 2013 198,744 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 198,169 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 197,073 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 195,713 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 194,735 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 193,747 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 191,296 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 190,776 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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Q469YRX is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter in Brown with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 126,992 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 Q469YRX, 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 38 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 Q469YRX registered?

Q469YRX is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 November 1988.

Is Q469YRX safe to buy?

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