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KFV 715S

1978 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,445 mi
Last recorded68,445 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Transporter41,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFV 715S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2017 68,445 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front, offside and nearside, pitted (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 Apr 2017 68,439 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering arm (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front, offside and nearside, pitted (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 68,395 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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KFV 715S is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KFV 715S, 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 KFV 715S?

You can check the full history of KFV 715S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KFV 715S registered?

KFV 715S is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 March 1978.

Is KFV 715S safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFV 715S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KFV 715S have outstanding finance?

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