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BLU 357R

1989 Volkswagen Multivan

Blue Diesel 1570cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

254,180 mi
Last recorded254,180 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Multivan185,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLU 357R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 254,180 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 251,837 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 242,056 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 233,223 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 223,519 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 210,604 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 199,925 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2019 199,901 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from junction to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt gaiter is split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 180,983 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 6 Nov 2018 180,981 miles

Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded both main feed and return power steering pipes as marked, corroded. (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 7 Nov 2017 164,470 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 153,133 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 141,165 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 141,615 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour faded (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 128,044 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Nov 2013 114,458 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 114,458 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 105,892 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 105,892 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 97,530 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 83,615 miles

slight play in all wheel bearings

Fail 9 Nov 2009 72,802 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 72,802 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Multivan?

Based on 9,554 MOT tests across 618 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
4,129
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
618
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 220
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 214
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 213
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 209
Stop lamp not working 193
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BLU 357R is a 1989 Volkswagen Multivan in Blue with a 1,570cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 185,450 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 Multivan fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BLU 357R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Multivan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 37 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BLU 357R registered?

BLU 357R is a 1989 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 5 July 1989.

Is BLU 357R safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLU 357R shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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