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XSK 441

1955 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,759 mi
Last recorded18,759 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSK 441
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1955
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2013 18,759 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 18,757 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 12,862 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 12,862 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 12,805 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 12,805 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm arm does not show an amber light to the front (1.4.C.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 11,812 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 10,318 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 8,295 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 8,295 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 7,472 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 6,004 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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XSK 441 is a 1955 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 XSK 441, 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 71 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 XSK 441 registered?

XSK 441 is a 1955 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 July 1955.

Is XSK 441 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSK 441 shows 12 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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