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XGV 672S

1978 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,087 mi
Last recorded28,087 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2022
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Transporter41,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGV 672S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2022 28,087 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 27,825 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 27,120 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 25,902 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 25,305 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 25,151 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 24,673 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 23,654 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 22,973 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 22,637 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 21,389 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 20,213 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 18,818 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 17,115 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 15,405 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 13,304 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 12,526 miles

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

Nearside Front 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)

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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XGV 672S is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 41,121 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 XGV 672S, 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 48 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 XGV 672S registered?

XGV 672S is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 10 February 1978.

Is XGV 672S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGV 672S shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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