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G833 BBK

1989 Volkswagen Multivan

Blue Diesel 1570cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

229,356 mi
Last recorded229,356 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Multivan185,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG833 BBK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 229,356 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 228,555 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 227,424 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 225,693 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 224,318 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 222,526 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 141,146 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 139,549 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 136,703 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 133,427 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on outside edge (4.1.E.1)

offside rear parking brake reading slightly low

Pass 17 Mar 2015 129,916 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

nearside and offside side steps corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2014 125,950 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2014 125,950 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 123,207 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 121,329 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 120,079 miles

headlights beam temporary taped

Fail 16 Mar 2011 120,077 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 118,814 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 118,586 miles

exhaust system has been welded and slight blow rear box

front brake pipes coated in undersill

fuel pipes rusty

near side front pipe slightly rusty

near side rear brake pipe rusty

off side rear damp patch slightly damp but no leak found

Fail 4 Jul 2008 118,533 miles

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

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

power steering pipes rusty

engine oil leak

front to rear fuel lines rusty

off side rear brake pipe damp

oil over near side front steering rack gator

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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G833 BBK is a 1989 Volkswagen Multivan in Blue with a 1,570cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 G833 BBK, 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 G833 BBK registered?

G833 BBK is a 1989 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G833 BBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G833 BBK shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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