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A133 LUB

1983 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

98,170 mi
Last recorded98,170 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Transporter59,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA133 LUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 98,170 miles

brake bind n/s/f

Pass 22 Nov 2017 97,883 miles

slight imbalance on front brakes

Fail 25 Oct 2017 97,882 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

slight imbalance on front brakes

Pass 18 Oct 2016 68,582 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 68,582 miles

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 6,600 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured temporary repair carried out due to accident on way to test (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 2 Jul 2016 6,572 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 5,223 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 5,223 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2014 4,610 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 4,610 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 4,082 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 4,082 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 3,185 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 3,184 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 25 Jun 2011 3,110 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

nearside front brake back plate deteriorated

offside rear tyre cracking

oil leak

slight play both rear wheel bearings

Pass 25 Jun 2011 3,110 miles

nearside front brake back plate deteriorated

offside rear tyre cracking

oil leak

slight play both rear wheel bearings

Pass 27 Apr 2010 2,978 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

fuel filler cap starting to deteriorate

Fail 26 Apr 2010 2,975 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

fuel filler cap starting to deteriorate

offside mirror starting to deterioate

Pass 5 May 2009 1,800 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 16 Apr 2009 1,796 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 1,795 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 18 Apr 2007 1,305 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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A133 LUB is a 1983 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 59,688 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 A133 LUB, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A133 LUB is a 1983 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 September 1983.

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