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TUG 120M

1974 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,179 mi
Last recorded28,179 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Transporter57,072 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUG 120M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 28,179 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2026 28,156 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 25,925 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 25,914 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 25,320 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 25,083 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 24,071 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 22,530 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 21,558 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 19,767 miles

all vehicle underside undersealed

Fail 17 Aug 2015 19,767 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

all vehicle underside undersealed

Pass 14 Aug 2014 18,332 miles

all vehicle underside undersealed & welding repairs carried out to underside

Pass 20 Aug 2013 16,467 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 15,219 miles

Batteries not secure

N/S headlamp reflector dull/corroded, beam just acceptable when tested

Rear brake application slightly uneven, may require adjustment or repair

Pass 31 Aug 2011 13,444 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge & perished

Pass 31 Aug 2010 9,762 miles

nearside rear chassis near bumper mounting corroded

offside rear tyre wearing on inside edge

rear crossmember corroded

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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TUG 120M is a 1974 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 57,072 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 TUG 120M, 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 52 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 TUG 120M registered?

TUG 120M is a 1974 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 13 February 1974.

Is TUG 120M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUG 120M shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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