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V226 VRP

1999 Volkswagen Multivan

Yellow Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

173,333 mi
Last recorded173,333 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2011
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Multivan138,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV226 VRP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2011 173,333 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

light switch insecure.

Fail 8 Dec 2011 173,333 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

light switch insecure.

Fail 28 May 2008 122,489 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 28 May 2008 122,489 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 116,847 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

nearside front brake hose perishing

nearside rear tyre badly worn edge - suggest replace

offside rear lowereing airbag deflated - suspension operation not affected

Pass 25 May 2007 116,847 miles

Oil leak

nearside front brake hose perishing

nearside rear tyre badly worn edge - suggest replace

offside rear lowereing airbag deflated - suspension operation not affected

Pass 19 May 2006 106,693 miles

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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V226 VRP is a 1999 Volkswagen Multivan in Yellow with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 138,926 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 V226 VRP, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V226 VRP registered?

V226 VRP is a 1999 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 4 November 1999.

Is V226 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V226 VRP 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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