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F643 NMY

1989 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Diesel 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,273 mi
Last recorded108,273 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Type 284,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF643 NMY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 108,273 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 107,745 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 107,285 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 107,285 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded leading to valve (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 107,189 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 106,568 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 106,109 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 106,109 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 104,371 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 17 Jan 2015 104,377 miles

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 102,709 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 100,161 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 95,397 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 95,397 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 92,170 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 89,065 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 87,304 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 87,304 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2?

Based on 11,485 MOT tests across 931 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
1,092
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
931
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 935
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 631
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 538
Stop lamp not working 392
position lamp(s) not working 374
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F643 NMY is a 1989 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 1,570cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 84,301 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Type 2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F643 NMY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 37 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F643 NMY registered?

F643 NMY is a 1989 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F643 NMY safe to buy?

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