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EET 1V

1996 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,615 mi
Last recorded147,615 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Transporter147,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEET 1V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 147,615 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2024 147,613 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced front wheel arch and chassis rail and step (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear of inner wheel arch chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner wheel arch and chassis rail (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 146,412 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 144,166 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 142,267 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 139,388 miles

multiple points of corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 12 Dec 2018 138,033 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 137,045 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 133,341 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 130,507 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 126,221 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 May 2014 120,649 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 May 2014 120,649 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2013 117,036 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2012 11,873 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2011 106,061 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 93,134 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 86,149 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 86,141 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 75,161 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 66,708 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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EET 1V is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EET 1V, 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 EET 1V registered?

EET 1V is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 November 1996.

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