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E486 MAS

1988 Volkswagen Kombi

Red Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

100,857 mi
Last recorded100,857 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE486 MAS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 100,857 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack boot (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2026 100,857 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack boot (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 100,821 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 100,821 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 99,325 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 94,313 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2022 94,312 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 90,993 miles

all rear seats removed

Fail 13 Aug 2021 90,992 miles

Central Inner Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Central Outer Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

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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E486 MAS is a 1988 Volkswagen Kombi in Red with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 E486 MAS, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E486 MAS registered?

E486 MAS is a 1988 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E486 MAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E486 MAS 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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