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F96 UPO

1989 Volkswagen Multivan

Grey Diesel 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

225,376 mi
Last recorded225,376 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Multivan185,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF96 UPO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 225,376 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 225,374 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 217,861 miles

oil leak

Fail 6 Jul 2016 217,860 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2015 205,939 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

general surface corrosion on body around vehicle

nearside front door step slightly corroded

offside front door step slightly corroded

windscreen wipers smeary

Pass 21 Jul 2014 198,106 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 198,106 miles

Nearside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2013 189,037 miles

seat belt locking mechanism cover missing

Fail 23 Jul 2012 180,759 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 180,759 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 170,107 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 160,652 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 160,652 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 153,646 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 148,431 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 14 Jul 2008 148,422 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 142,709 miles

Brake cables showing some corrosion

Brake hose ferrules corroded

Left hand parking brake poor performance

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 142,166 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

the ferrules of all brake hoses showing some corrosion

Fail 25 Aug 2006 142,166 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

the ferrules of all brake hoses showing some corrosion

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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F96 UPO is a 1989 Volkswagen Multivan in Grey with a 1,570cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 F96 UPO, 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.

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What year was F96 UPO registered?

F96 UPO is a 1989 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F96 UPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F96 UPO shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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