CarVerify

Free Car Check

PYY 157D

1993 Volkswagen Variant

Red Petrol 1600cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

84,968 mi
Last recorded84,968 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYY 157D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVariant
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 84,968 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 84,817 miles

n/s/f track rod end boot split

n/s/f uper suspension ball joint boot split

Pass 2 Apr 2015 84,750 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 84,320 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 84,504 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 84,334 miles

drivers seat has play in guide runners, though securely mounted at time of test

offside headlight has some damage, but not excess or effecting beam image

steering damper has a securing nut that appears becoming loose,though secure at time of test

Fail 17 Mar 2010 84,326 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

drivers seat has play in guide runners, though securely mounted at time of test

offside headlight has some damage, but not excess or effecting beam image

steering damper has a securing nut that appears becoming loose,though secure at time of test

Pass 31 Dec 2008 83,950 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 83,703 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 83,374 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Variant?

Based on 1,684 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
766
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 124
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
position lamp(s) not working 60
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Full Volkswagen Variant reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

PYY 157D is a 1993 Volkswagen Variant in Red 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 Variant fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PYY 157D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Variant typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 33 years old, this Volkswagen Variant is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PYY 157D?

You can check the full history of PYY 157D by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PYY 157D registered?

PYY 157D is a 1993 Volkswagen Variant, first registered on 1 December 1993.

Is PYY 157D safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYY 157D 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 PYY 157D have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on PYY 157D. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.