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APM 189Y

1983 Volkswagen Unknown

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,907 mi
Last recorded63,907 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Unknown63,907 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPM 189Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 63,907 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 62,887 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 60,676 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 60,675 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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APM 189Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Unknown in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 63,907 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APM 189Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 43 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of APM 189Y?

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What year was APM 189Y registered?

APM 189Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 4 May 1983.

Is APM 189Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for APM 189Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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