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LA57 BAY

2018 Volkswagen Kombi

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,918 mi
Last recorded16,918 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Kombi20,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA57 BAY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 16,918 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 16,011 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2024 15,636 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 May 2024 15,635 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 12,444 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 10,102 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 8,079 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 8,078 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Kombi?

Based on 5,583 MOT tests across 709 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
954
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 371
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 264
Stop lamp not working 221
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 218
position lamp(s) not working 153
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LA57 BAY is a 2018 Volkswagen Kombi in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 20,644 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 Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA57 BAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Kombi typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 8 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LA57 BAY registered?

LA57 BAY is a 2018 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 1 June 2018.

Is LA57 BAY safe to buy?

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