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G826 UMW

1990 Volkswagen Multivan

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

419,689 mi
Last recorded419,689 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2023
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Multivan228,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG826 UMW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2023 419,689 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 419,629 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 418,713 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 416,776 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front step corroded not prescribed area

Fail 12 Jun 2018 416,776 miles

Central Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements font incorrect (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened floor / arch corroded within prescribed area (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen kick up to right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen kick up to right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements font incorrect (0.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front step corroded not prescribed area

Pass 27 May 2017 409,736 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 397,370 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 379,818 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

steering rack boots twisted

Pass 23 Apr 2014 360,960 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2014 360,959 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 344,809 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 344,809 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 338,874 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 332,177 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 317,392 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 300,765 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 300,764 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 288,686 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 280,760 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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G826 UMW is a 1990 Volkswagen Multivan in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 228,024 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 G826 UMW, 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 36 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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G826 UMW is a 1990 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 2 January 1990.

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