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159 XUU

2009 Volkswagen Microbus

Turquoise Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,449 mi
Last recorded48,449 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2016
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Microbus18,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration159 XUU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year2009
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2016 48,449 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 47,735 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 47,010 miles

Oil leak

steering damper end bush is worn

Pass 24 Apr 2012 46,151 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 45,941 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 45,923 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 45,923 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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159 XUU is a 2009 Volkswagen Microbus in Turquoise with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 18,791 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 159 XUU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 17 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 159 XUU registered?

159 XUU is a 2009 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 1 August 2009.

Is 159 XUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 159 XUU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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