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UEV 773R

1977 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

18,281 mi
Last recorded18,281 miles
Recorded on21 May 2020
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Transporter47,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEV 773R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2020 18,281 miles

Body corroded

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside mirror damaged

Offside mirror glass deteriorated

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering wheel plastic cracked

Fail 20 May 2020 18,281 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Body corroded

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside mirror damaged

Offside mirror glass deteriorated

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering wheel plastic cracked

Pass 9 Mar 2018 17,733 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Outer driveshaft gaiter split

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2018 17,733 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Outer driveshaft gaiter split

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 17,313 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 13,398 miles

Substantial corrosion under vehicle body

Pass 28 Nov 2014 12,999 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering wheel cracked

Pass 18 Nov 2013 12,337 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 11,336 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 9,991 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 7,636 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 3,320 miles

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 2,793 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 1,062 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 98,624 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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UEV 773R is a 1977 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 UEV 773R, 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 UEV 773R registered?

UEV 773R is a 1977 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 16 June 1977.

Is UEV 773R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEV 773R shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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