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DIG 8126

1996 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

120,561 mi
Last recorded120,561 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2022
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Transporter147,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIG 8126
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2022 120,561 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 119,321 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 118,403 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 112,710 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded top coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 104,302 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Oct 2016 94,121 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 83,960 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 83,960 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 71,449 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 61,927 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 61,913 miles

brake discs starting to corrode

Pass 8 Aug 2007 61,723 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 61,661 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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DIG 8126 is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 147,938 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 DIG 8126, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DIG 8126 registered?

DIG 8126 is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 11 June 1996.

Is DIG 8126 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIG 8126 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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