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UPB 927S

1977 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

86,390 mi
Last recorded86,390 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Transporter47,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPB 927S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 86,390 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 86,390 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Front Intermediate drop arm insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2017 86,251 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 9 Aug 2017 86,246 miles

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

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 85,782 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 85,041 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 85,033 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

corrosion on battery tray

offside front and nearside rear tyres perished

small hole caused by corrosion on chasis member in engine bay

surface corrosion on chasis and floor pan

Pass 31 Jul 2007 83,959 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 82,578 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 82,578 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

corrsion in floor plan by drivers seat

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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UPB 927S is a 1977 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UPB 927S, 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 UPB 927S registered?

UPB 927S is a 1977 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 13 October 1977.

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