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SST 445S

1978 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2020
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,504 mi
Last recorded70,504 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Transporter41,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSST 445S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2019 70,504 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 71,223 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 70,599 miles
Pass 2 May 2016 70,502 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 70,368 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 70,388 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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SST 445S is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SST 445S, 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 SST 445S?

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What year was SST 445S registered?

SST 445S is a 1978 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is SST 445S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SST 445S shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SST 445S have outstanding finance?

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