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PRX 437B

1992 Volkswagen Unknown

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

34,601 mi
Last recorded34,601 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRX 437B
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 34,601 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 May 2025 34,599 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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))

Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 May 2019 34,063 miles

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 May 2019 34,063 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment adjusted (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 33,617 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 33,435 miles

advise steering box worn/tight

Fail 29 Jun 2016 33,435 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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PRX 437B is a 1992 Volkswagen Unknown in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PRX 437B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 34 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PRX 437B registered?

PRX 437B is a 1992 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 28 July 1992.

Is PRX 437B safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRX 437B shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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