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L459 UBR

1993 Volkswagen Minibus

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,257 mi
Last recorded78,257 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL459 UBR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMinibus
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2012 78,257 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front wiperblade split on ends but still clearing screen

Fail 26 Sep 2012 78,163 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front wiperblade split on ends but still clearing screen

Pass 5 Sep 2011 71,628 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 180,975 miles

o/s/f mirro sighlt cracked

Pass 5 Jun 2009 4,073 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 4,073 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 173,511 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 172,518 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 170,025 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 165,059 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Minibus?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
2,236
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 57
Stop lamp not working 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
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L459 UBR is a 1993 Volkswagen Minibus in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Minibus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L459 UBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 33 years old, this Volkswagen Minibus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L459 UBR registered?

L459 UBR is a 1993 Volkswagen Minibus, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L459 UBR safe to buy?

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