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H516 EBW

1990 Volkswagen Pick Up

White Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

157,517 mi
Last recorded157,517 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Pick Up162,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH516 EBW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPick Up
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 157,517 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 156,619 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 155,148 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 154,550 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 153,857 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 153,386 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 151,935 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 151,056 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 148,094 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2015 148,094 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 219,980 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside screen damaged outside swept area

Pass 22 May 2012 218,345 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 216,565 miles

R/H sill showing Signs Of corrosion

Pass 27 May 2010 214,665 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 214,661 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2009 212,638 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 212,638 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 210,246 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 207,720 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 203,905 miles

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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H516 EBW is a 1990 Volkswagen Pick Up in White with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H516 EBW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H516 EBW registered?

H516 EBW is a 1990 Volkswagen Pick Up, first registered on 30 August 1990.

Is H516 EBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H516 EBW shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H516 EBW have outstanding finance?

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