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TJT 389R

2007 Volkswagen Microbus

White Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

35,449 mi
Last recorded35,449 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Microbus53,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJT 389R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2017 35,449 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 16 Sep 2016 35,404 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner bay panel (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade broken (8.2.2)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp insecure and damaged (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play possible bearing damage (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 33,886 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 29,680 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 29,663 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 22,242 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 20,947 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 15,953 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 2,080 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 96,979 miles

cracks in both mirror glasses

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Mar 2008 96,979 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

cracks in both mirror glasses

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 12 Apr 2007 95,100 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 95,100 miles

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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TJT 389R is a 2007 Volkswagen Microbus in White with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 53,130 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 Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TJT 389R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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TJT 389R is a 2007 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 13 August 2007.

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