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GPV 188C

2006 Volkswagen Van

Brown Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,463 mi
Last recorded44,463 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Van39,275 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPV 188C
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVan
Year2006
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 44,463 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 40,233 miles

drives screen open at time of test

suspension lowered

Fail 12 Oct 2015 40,233 miles

drives screen open at time of test

registration plate deteriorated both (6.3.1d)

suspension lowered

Pass 16 May 2014 24,667 miles

body corrosion to underside

Pass 25 May 2013 24,212 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Rear Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

slight play in both front wheels body corrosion to vehicle

Fail 25 May 2013 24,212 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

slight play in both front wheels body corrosion to vehicle

Fail 1 May 2013 23,871 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Rear Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

body corrosion to vehicle

slight play in both front wheels

Pass 21 Mar 2012 12,081 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 7,080 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 99,403 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 99,396 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 9,867 miles

offside trackrod end boot split

extensive body rust

nearside rear hub seal weeping

offside front bumper support loose

steering box has slight fluid leak

Pass 20 Oct 2006 93,075 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 92,193 miles

oil leak

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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GPV 188C is a 2006 Volkswagen Van in Brown with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 39,275 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GPV 188C, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Van is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GPV 188C registered?

GPV 188C is a 2006 Volkswagen Van, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is GPV 188C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPV 188C shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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