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PBY 179D

1995 Volkswagen Pick Up

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

56,314 mi
Last recorded56,314 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBY 179D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPick Up
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 56,314 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 55,896 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 55,896 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 54,312 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 52,616 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 50,791 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 May 2010 49,003 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 48,628 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 46,646 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 46,130 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Pick Up?

Based on 1,573 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
1,199
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
153
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
Brake pipe excessively corroded 81
Stop lamp not working 61
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 59
position lamp(s) not working 56
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PBY 179D is a 1995 Volkswagen Pick Up in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Pick Up fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PBY 179D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Pick Up typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 31 years old, this Volkswagen Pick Up is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of PBY 179D?

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What year was PBY 179D registered?

PBY 179D is a 1995 Volkswagen Pick Up, first registered on 30 May 1995.

Is PBY 179D safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBY 179D shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PBY 179D have outstanding finance?

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