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XTV 674S

1978 Volkswagen Transporter

Cream Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

85,711 mi
Last recorded85,711 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Transporter41,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTV 674S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1978
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 85,711 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 85,625 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 85,625 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2015 85,520 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 85,519 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 85,436 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 85,429 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 85,364 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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XTV 674S is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter in Cream with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 XTV 674S, 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

How do I check the history of XTV 674S?

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What year was XTV 674S registered?

XTV 674S is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 5 July 1978.

Is XTV 674S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTV 674S shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XTV 674S have outstanding finance?

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