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FDV 460T

1978 Volkswagen Transporter

Cream Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,833 mi
Last recorded88,833 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2026
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Transporter41,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDV 460T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1978
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2026 88,833 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 69,081 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 69,042 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 69,041 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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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FDV 460T is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter in Cream with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 41,121 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 FDV 460T, 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 48 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 FDV 460T?

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What year was FDV 460T registered?

FDV 460T is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is FDV 460T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDV 460T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FDV 460T have outstanding finance?

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