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A189 RWW

1983 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

374,819 mi
Last recorded374,819 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Transporter59,688 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA189 RWW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 374,819 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Three pipes at T junction valve. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

engine oil leak

Fail 13 Apr 2016 374,819 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Centre of floor and sill area. (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Drivers jet does not hit screen (8.2.3)

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Three pipes at T junction valve. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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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A189 RWW is a 1983 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 1,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A189 RWW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A189 RWW registered?

A189 RWW is a 1983 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A189 RWW safe to buy?

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