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SMD 894Y

1982 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,945 mi
Last recorded59,945 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2008
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Transporter56,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMD 894Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2008 59,945 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 58,336 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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SMD 894Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 SMD 894Y, 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

How do I check the history of SMD 894Y?

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What year was SMD 894Y registered?

SMD 894Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 13 December 1982.

Is SMD 894Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMD 894Y shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SMD 894Y have outstanding finance?

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