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LWD 869V

1980 Volkswagen Multivan

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

43,845 mi
Last recorded43,845 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Multivan44,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWD 869V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 43,845 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 43,779 miles

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

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

holes and corrosion in several areas not excessive or prescribed

Fail 19 Jul 2017 43,779 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded panel (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened under arch (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

holes and corrosion in several areas not excessive or prescribed

Pass 18 Jul 2016 43,139 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Jul 2016 43,139 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe leaking near gearbox (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 42,780 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

engine oil leak

underbody surface corrosion

welding repairs carried out e.g sills, floor & front axle

Pass 11 Apr 2014 44,619 miles

Front Axle beam repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

engine oil leak

Fail 4 Apr 2014 42,599 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Axle beam repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

engine oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2013 41,777 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

engine oil leak

previous welding repairs carried out (inc front axle)

Fail 6 Apr 2013 41,777 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

engine oil leak

previous welding repairs carried out (inc front axle)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 41,177 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

engine oil leak

undertray fitted preventing a full check

Fail 30 Mar 2012 41,177 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

engine oil leak

undertray fitted preventing a full check

Pass 16 Sep 2010 38,713 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front door hinges worn

engine oil leak

free-play detected at both front wheels through steering box

Fail 11 Sep 2010 38,705 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front door hinges worn

engine oil leak

free-play detected at front wheels through steering box

Pass 18 Sep 2009 36,748 miles

exhaust showing early signs of pitting

Pass 11 Jul 2008 35,788 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 35,785 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside Outer Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension distorted (2.4.G.4a)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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LWD 869V is a 1980 Volkswagen Multivan in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 44,232 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 LWD 869V, 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 46 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LWD 869V registered?

LWD 869V is a 1980 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 5 March 1980.

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