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FL 3403

1996 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,013 mi
Last recorded16,013 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2009
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Transporter147,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL 3403
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2009 16,013 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 16,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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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FL 3403 is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 FL 3403, 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

How do I check the history of FL 3403?

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What year was FL 3403 registered?

FL 3403 is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is FL 3403 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL 3403 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL 3403 have outstanding finance?

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