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ADE 71J

1971 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

65,979 mi
Last recorded65,979 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Transporter49,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADE 71J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 65,979 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 62,731 miles

Both rear drive shaft boots split.

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 59,680 miles

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

o/s rear chassis corroded

Fail 13 Aug 2013 59,843 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

o/s rear chassis corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2012 58,248 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside front chassis rusted.

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

offside rear chassis rusted.

Pass 26 Aug 2011 57,899 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 54,616 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear chassis rusted.

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 52,846 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 50,138 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 49,277 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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ADE 71J is a 1971 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 49,373 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 ADE 71J, 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 55 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 ADE 71J registered?

ADE 71J is a 1971 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is ADE 71J safe to buy?

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