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XFS 485

1958 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,662 mi
Last recorded83,662 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFS 485
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1958
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2011 83,662 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside indicator arm does not ilumeinate every time

Fail 6 Jul 2011 83,662 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside indicator arm does not ilumeinate every time

Fail 12 Jul 2010 81,518 miles

Nearside Semaphore indicator tell tale not working correctly (1.4.C.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 81,518 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 79,056 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 75,926 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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XFS 485 is a 1958 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XFS 485, 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 68 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 XFS 485?

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What year was XFS 485 registered?

XFS 485 is a 1958 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 21 April 1958.

Is XFS 485 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFS 485 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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