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RNT 950X

1982 Volkswagen Transporter

Purple Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,234 mi
Last recorded21,234 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2021
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Transporter56,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNT 950X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1982
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2021 21,234 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 211,236 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 20,858 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 20,593 miles

General body corrosion

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 19,402 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 16,163 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 14,212 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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RNT 950X is a 1982 Volkswagen Transporter in Purple with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 56,903 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 RNT 950X, 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 44 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 RNT 950X registered?

RNT 950X is a 1982 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 April 1982.

Is RNT 950X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNT 950X shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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