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GUW 998W

1980 Volkswagen Microbus

White Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

131,846 mi
Last recorded131,846 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Microbus58,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUW 998W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 131,846 miles

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

Offside Rear cab corroded behind wheel arch

oi leaks under engine

Fail 18 Feb 2026 131,845 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear cab corroded behind wheel arch

handbrake travel high

oi leaks under engine

Pass 5 Feb 2025 131,803 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 131,686 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 131,284 miles

general oil leaks under engine

Pass 16 Feb 2022 131,241 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 131,239 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 131,052 miles

Nearside Front door and front and rear wheel arches corroding

Offside Front chassis starting to corrode

front washers working but weak

general oil leaks under car

Pass 16 Apr 2019 129,998 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 127,902 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 126,241 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 126,233 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 125,955 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisey

Fail 14 Apr 2016 125,955 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 9 Apr 2015 124,891 miles

different ply ratings on rear axle

Fail 9 Apr 2015 124,891 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

different ply ratings on rear axle

Pass 23 Apr 2014 122,098 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f inner wing area corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2013 121,892 miles

inner wing panel above offside front chassis outrigger corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2012 120,576 miles

corrosion above offside front chassis outrigger

Pass 14 Jun 2011 119,118 miles

o/s/f inner wing area corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2010 118,966 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 118,962 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

offside front inner wing panel corroded

Pass 13 May 2009 117,542 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 116,286 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 116,286 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 114,234 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 114,234 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 112,246 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 112,246 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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GUW 998W is a 1980 Volkswagen Microbus in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 58,647 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GUW 998W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 46 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GUW 998W registered?

GUW 998W is a 1980 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is GUW 998W safe to buy?

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