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E3 GRB

1996 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,998 mi
Last recorded40,998 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Transporter147,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE3 GRB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 40,998 miles

exhaust system corroded

Fail 29 Jun 2017 40,998 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2016 40,380 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 39,872 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 39,280 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 38,552 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 37,632 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 37,595 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 36,770 miles

Advise n/s/r tyre starting to perish on walls.

Pass 16 Feb 2010 35,744 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 34,781 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 33,849 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 32,879 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 32,879 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 32,065 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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E3 GRB is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E3 GRB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E3 GRB registered?

E3 GRB is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 6 February 1996.

Is E3 GRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E3 GRB shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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