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A497 NOD

1984 Volkswagen Van

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

15,406 mi
Last recorded15,406 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA497 NOD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVan
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 15,406 miles

o/s/f jacking point corroded and holed

slight corrosion along body sills

slight corrosion front step

Fail 22 Jun 2021 15,402 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear inner body sills corroded and holed within 30cm of rear suspension arm mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

o/s/f jacking point corroded and holed

slight corrosion along body sills

slight corrosion front step

Pass 14 Aug 2018 14,692 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

slight corrosion top of n/s/f inner arch

Fail 14 Aug 2018 14,689 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

slight corrosion top of n/s/f inner arch

Pass 26 Jun 2017 14,222 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2017 141,686 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 119,189 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both rears (2.6.2)

vehicle underbody shultzed unable to fully inspect condition of body/chassis

Fail 14 Jun 2016 119,189 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded body sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both rears (2.6.2)

vehicle underbody shultzed unable to fully inspect condition of body/chassis

Pass 4 Jan 2014 11,036 miles

Corrosion in N/S front door step and O/S front step.

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Spare tyre defective

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Van?

Based on 3,103 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
2,083
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 142
position lamp(s) not working 111
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 97
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 87
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A497 NOD is a 1984 Volkswagen Van in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A497 NOD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Van typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 42 years old, this Volkswagen Van is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A497 NOD registered?

A497 NOD is a 1984 Volkswagen Van, first registered on 17 February 1984.

Is A497 NOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A497 NOD shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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