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RLM 38R

1976 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,361 mi
Last recorded77,361 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2010
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Transporter47,234 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLM 38R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2010 77,361 miles

floor corroded and o/s steep

Pass 22 Nov 2008 75,895 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight corrosion o/s/f door step

Pass 24 Nov 2007 72,584 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

nearside front tyre sidewall perishing

Fail 16 Nov 2007 72,584 miles

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

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

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

nearside front tyre sidewall perishing

Fail 24 Aug 2007 71,674 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 68,356 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2005 65,000 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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RLM 38R is a 1976 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RLM 38R, 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 RLM 38R registered?

RLM 38R is a 1976 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 10 November 1976.

Is RLM 38R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLM 38R shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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