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H338 KBH

1990 Volkswagen Pick Up

Blue Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2015
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

164,743 mi
Last recorded164,743 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2014
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Pick Up162,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH338 KBH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPick Up
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2014 164,743 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 164,743 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 162,036 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 162,035 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2011 157,551 miles

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

fuel tank looks damp

near side inner drive shaft boot split

Fail 18 Feb 2011 157,539 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

main beam tell tail no working

rear shock absorbers dust covers rusty

Pass 21 Nov 2006 156,103 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 156,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

ADVISE SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN DRIVERS SEAT

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

REAR OF VEHICLE DAMAGED

Pass 13 Sep 2005 153,248 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2005 153,248 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

drivers seat mtg worn. o/s mirror borderline.

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Pick Up?

Based on 1,573 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
1,199
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
153
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
Brake pipe excessively corroded 81
Stop lamp not working 61
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 59
position lamp(s) not working 56
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H338 KBH is a 1990 Volkswagen Pick Up in Blue with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Pick Up models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 162,036 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 Pick Up fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H338 KBH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Pick Up typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 36 years old, this Volkswagen Pick Up is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H338 KBH is a 1990 Volkswagen Pick Up, first registered on 18 September 1990.

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