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G508 JSG

1990 Volkswagen Multivan

Red Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

176,473 mi
Last recorded176,473 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Multivan228,024 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG508 JSG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 176,473 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2014 174,442 miles

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

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

Rear Wiper Blade Split

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Mar 2014 174,441 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear wiperblade split

Oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2013 170,170 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 170,153 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

unable to test front wheel bearings

Pass 23 Mar 2012 165,057 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 22 Mar 2012 165,057 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 158,769 miles

dust covers split nsf osf top suspension ball joints

osr inner drive shaft boot split

Pass 10 Mar 2010 150,098 miles

Offside mirror has slight damage

Pass 8 Apr 2009 147,248 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 147,248 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 May 2007 146,334 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 4 May 2007 146,334 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Multivan?

Based on 9,554 MOT tests across 618 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
4,129
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
618
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 220
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 214
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 213
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 209
Stop lamp not working 193
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G508 JSG is a 1990 Volkswagen Multivan in Red with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 228,024 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 Multivan fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G508 JSG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Multivan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 36 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G508 JSG registered?

G508 JSG is a 1990 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G508 JSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G508 JSG shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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