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D9 DPB

1989 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

104,604 mi
Last recorded104,604 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Transporter126,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD9 DPB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2024 104,604 miles

Central Rear Outer Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases By n/s down pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2024 104,603 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Rear Outer Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases By n/s down pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 99,339 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 98,760 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 97,814 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 94,749 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 91,110 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 87,972 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 87,972 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 86,880 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 86,879 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 86,857 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 85,524 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 May 2014 84,996 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 38,326 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 38,326 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 81,711 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 81,711 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 79,882 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 79,879 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 78,222 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 76,700 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 73,985 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 72,890 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 70,784 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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D9 DPB is a 1989 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 126,775 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 D9 DPB, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D9 DPB registered?

D9 DPB is a 1989 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 February 1989.

Is D9 DPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D9 DPB shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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