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BOB 80T

1996 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

140,236 mi
Last recorded140,236 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Transporter147,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOB 80T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 140,236 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 135,726 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 133,093 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 129,730 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 125,814 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 125,567 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 123,215 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 123,201 miles

Front Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 122,135 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 119,993 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 117,634 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 116,107 miles

slight play on nearside front steering arm

slight play on offside front steering arm

Pass 28 Aug 2013 112,305 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 112,302 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 106,882 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

keep eye on both front tyres

Pass 10 Mar 2011 102,682 miles

steering and susp slight // b.pads

Fail 9 Mar 2011 102,681 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

steering and susp slight // b.pads

Pass 11 Nov 2009 82,790 miles

seat belt cover

Fail 11 Nov 2009 82,787 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

steering andsusp slight // tyre

Pass 12 Nov 2008
Pass 13 Nov 2007 43,903 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 31,642 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2005 163,280 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2005 163,280 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

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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BOB 80T is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 BOB 80T, 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

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What year was BOB 80T registered?

BOB 80T is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is BOB 80T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOB 80T shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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