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F78 ASF

1988 Volkswagen Multivan

White Petrol 2095cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

296,945 mi
Last recorded296,945 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Multivan108,487 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF78 ASF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,095cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 296,945 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2025 296,945 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 296,925 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2024 296,920 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 296,750 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 293,637 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads on front axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Steering rack gaiter covered in oil or other material

Oil leak, but not excessive At engine/ transaxle raea (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight movement on steering rack bushes

Fail 27 Oct 2021 293,635 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlamp kick wrong direction (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlamp kick wrong direction (4.1.2 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded At rear of vehicle (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking At rear of vehicle (2.1.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads on front axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Steering rack gaiter covered in oil or other material

Oil leak, but not excessive At engine/ transaxle raea (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight movement on steering rack bushes

Pass 16 Oct 2020 286,280 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 8 Oct 2020 286,275 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Sep 2019 279,262 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 278,993 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 278,738 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 277,777 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 277,777 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 272,440 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 266,981 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 266,981 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 265,865 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 260,108 miles

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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F78 ASF is a 1988 Volkswagen Multivan in White with a 2,095cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 108,487 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F78 ASF, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F78 ASF registered?

F78 ASF is a 1988 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 30 September 1988.

Is F78 ASF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F78 ASF shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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