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CYC 377S

1978 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2019
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,351 mi
Last recorded26,351 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Transporter41,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYC 377S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2018 26,351 miles

Headlamp switch reversed operation Main beam warning illuminates when headlamps are dipped

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 26,342 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp switch reversed operation Main beam warning illuminates when headlamps are dipped

Nearside washer not working

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 24,438 miles

Oil leak ()

underside rusty and repaired

Fail 29 Sep 2017 24,438 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Oil leak ()

underside rusty and repaired

Pass 8 Jan 2010 20,152 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Corrosion and incompleat repaires to front of vehicle

Drivers door difficult to open and close

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

POOR PERFORMANCE FROM PARKING BRAKE

Poor and inconsistant repaires to sills crosss members ect,.

Poor repaires to rear of vehicle

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1e)

Fail 4 Jan 2010 20,152 miles

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

Steering component mounting prescribed area has a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (2.2.C.1h)

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Corrosion and incompleat repaires to front of vehicle

Drivers door difficult to open and close

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Poor and inconsistant repaires to sills crosss members ect,.

Poor repaires to rear of vehicle

Pass 23 Dec 2008 19,506 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 10 Dec 2008 19,506 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 18,109 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 18,109 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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CYC 377S is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CYC 377S, 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 CYC 377S registered?

CYC 377S is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 23 June 1978.

Is CYC 377S safe to buy?

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