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DLB 550Y

1983 Volkswagen Kombi

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2010
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

6,113 mi
Last recorded6,113 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2009
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Kombi71,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLB 550Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2009 6,113 miles

N/S/R Gaitor Split

N/S/R tyre cracking

O/S/F Chassis Cracking

O/S/R Outer Sill Cracking

O/S/R Wheel arch tape

Pass 19 Aug 2008 5,426 miles

O/S rear inner sill under seald

Fail 19 Aug 2008 5,426 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

O/S rear inner sill under seald

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2007 2,674 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 21 Feb 2007

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 7 Oct 2006 2,468 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside rear tyre starting to perish

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Kombi?

Based on 5,583 MOT tests across 709 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
954
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 371
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 264
Stop lamp not working 221
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 218
position lamp(s) not working 153
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DLB 550Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Kombi in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 71,147 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 Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DLB 550Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Kombi typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 43 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DLB 550Y registered?

DLB 550Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 18 March 1983.

Is DLB 550Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLB 550Y shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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