1974 Volkswagen Transporter 1.7L Petrol · GCD 450N
1974 Volkswagen Transporter (1.7L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 1974. Recorded mileage 69,242 miles. MOT valid until 07 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1974 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,242 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GCD 450N Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/10/2025
- 69,242 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GCD 450N MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1974 Volkswagen Transporter (GCD 450N) between November 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 18 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
GCD 450N Mileage History
- 05/11/202166,417 mi
- 01/11/202266,934 mi+517 mi
- 24/10/202367,601 mi+667 mi
- 08/11/202468,566 mi+965 mi
- 10/10/202569,242 mi+676 mi
Average of roughly 719 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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