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UGJ 108R

1977 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

99,156 mi
Last recorded99,156 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2020
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Transporter47,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGJ 108R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2020 99,156 miles

Both headlamps foggy image and advise replacement

Pass 15 Aug 2019 99,051 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 98,780 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated (4.11 (c) (i))

Electrical wiring slightly deteriorated (4.11 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 98,546 miles

Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)

Electrical wiring deteriorated but not exposing bare wires (1.9.2c)

Electrical wiring deteriorated, but not likey to cause a short (1.9.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Jul 2017 98,545 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 98,423 miles

All welding repairs have been undersealed

Fail 18 May 2016 98,371 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis/axle beam (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer rigger to chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis/axle beam (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both front (3.6.B.4e)

false floor fitted obscuring chassis

n/s/f tyre perished

underside heavily undersealed

Pass 12 May 2015 98,332 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front inner valance corroded!

general underbody patch repairs noted!

o/s/r chassis leg is corroded and holed (not within prescribed area)

rear crossmember is corroded!

Fail 1 May 2015 98,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

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

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front inner valance corroded!

general underbody patch repairs noted!

o/s/r chassis leg is corroded and holed (not within prescribed area)

rear crossmember is corroded!

slight binding of n/s/f brake!

Pass 27 Jun 2006 97,450 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 97,450 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.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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UGJ 108R is a 1977 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 UGJ 108R, 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 UGJ 108R registered?

UGJ 108R is a 1977 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 3 February 1977.

Is UGJ 108R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGJ 108R shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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