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SKG 117R

1977 Volkswagen Transporter

Brown Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

29,341 mi
Last recorded29,341 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Transporter47,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKG 117R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 29,341 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 21,929 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

front seat belts slightly slow to re-coil

Pass 12 Sep 2013 28,621 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 26,879 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 26,879 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 26,398 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 26,398 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise rear drive shaft boots split both sides

Pass 6 Sep 2010 25,232 miles

n/s/f trackrod end boot split. slight lips on fornt discs. slight play in both front bottom ball joints.

Pass 1 Sep 2009 23,007 miles

both front shock absorbers soft. play in both front lower ball joints. slight dampness rear shock absorbers.

Pass 12 Sep 2008 21,324 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 19,675 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 18,598 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 18,572 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SKG 117R is a 1977 Volkswagen Transporter in Brown with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SKG 117R, 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

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What year was SKG 117R registered?

SKG 117R is a 1977 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is SKG 117R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKG 117R shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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