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CFK 39T

1978 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

39,155 mi
Last recorded39,155 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2022
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Transporter41,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFK 39T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2022 39,155 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 39,089 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 38,762 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 38,563 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 38,248 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2017 38,248 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 37,640 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 37,112 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 36,196 miles

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

slight bind to n/s front wheel

Pass 7 Sep 2012 35,950 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 35,581 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

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

windscreen washers weak pressure

Pass 17 Nov 2009 35,382 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 35,381 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 35,295 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 35,291 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 34,636 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 34,243 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2005 33,062 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2005 33,062 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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CFK 39T is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 CFK 39T, 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 CFK 39T registered?

CFK 39T is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is CFK 39T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFK 39T shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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