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5421 BY

1996 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,686 mi
Last recorded164,686 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2010
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Transporter147,938 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5421 BY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Dec 2010 164,686 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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5421 BY is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 147,938 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 5421 BY, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 5421 BY?

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What year was 5421 BY registered?

5421 BY is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is 5421 BY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5421 BY shows 1 test 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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