MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
65,979 miAbove average mileage for this year
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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)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
o/s rear chassis corroded
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
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.
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)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?
Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.
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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.
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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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