CarVerify

Free Car Check

A15 HBP

1991 Volkswagen Minibus

Grey Petrol 2100cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,787 mi
Last recorded126,787 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Minibus128,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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

RegistrationA15 HBP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMinibus
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc
View full Volkswagen Minibus reliability data

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

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 126,787 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 125,630 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 Jul 2024 125,625 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 124,595 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 26 Jun 2023 124,588 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 123,952 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, on inner edges. monitor front tyre wear as wear on inner edges may expose cords before tread wear indicators. (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 122,597 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Tie bar front bush very age detiorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 120,247 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 120,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 May 2018 118,455 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 116,904 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 7 Oct 2015 114,388 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 109,003 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 102,082 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 4 May 2012 95,002 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 88,698 miles

Coolant leak

oil cooler pipes corroded. small seepage of coolant at front on pipes joint.

Pass 11 May 2010 87,744 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

power steering pipes are corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2009 86,185 miles

Coolant leak

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 22 Apr 2009 86,185 miles

Coolant leak

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2008 84,816 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear power steeing pipes excessively corroded

Fail 1 Feb 2008 84,816 miles

Brake pedal creeps down under servo assistance and touches the floor (3.3.C.3)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear power steeing pipes excessively corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2007 83,682 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 80,844 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 80,844 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Minibus?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
2,236
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 57
Stop lamp not working 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
Full Volkswagen Minibus 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

A15 HBP is a 1991 Volkswagen Minibus in Grey with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Minibus models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 128,497 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Minibus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A15 HBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 35 years old, this Volkswagen Minibus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A15 HBP?

You can check the full history of A15 HBP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A15 HBP registered?

A15 HBP is a 1991 Volkswagen Minibus, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is A15 HBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 HBP shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A15 HBP 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 A15 HBP. 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.