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DHZ 2886

1991 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

192,682 mi
Last recorded192,682 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Transporter134,431 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHZ 2886
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 192,682 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2025 192,682 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 190,151 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2023 190,124 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 187,411 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 186,037 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 184,108 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 182,177 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 181,981 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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DHZ 2886 is a 1991 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 134,431 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 DHZ 2886, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DHZ 2886?

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What year was DHZ 2886 registered?

DHZ 2886 is a 1991 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 August 1991.

Is DHZ 2886 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHZ 2886 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHZ 2886 have outstanding finance?

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