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BVV 433T

1978 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

93,129 mi
Last recorded93,129 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Transporter41,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVV 433T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 93,129 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 91,341 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 90,616 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 89,656 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 88,926 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 88,926 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 87,631 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 86,325 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 85,931 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 84,992 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 83,731 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 63,340 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 82,915 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 12 Jan 2010 81,294 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 81,270 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 76,898 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 76,898 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 74,280 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 74,280 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

corrosion appearing to o/s/f and o/s/r chassis members

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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BVV 433T is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 41,121 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 BVV 433T, 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 48 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 BVV 433T registered?

BVV 433T is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is BVV 433T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVV 433T shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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