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M528 YRN

1995 Volkswagen Kombi

Beige Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,166 mi
Last recorded48,166 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1995 Volkswagen Kombi50,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM528 YRN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1995
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 48,166 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 43,975 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 40,102 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 39,936 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 39,936 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 39,936 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp aim too low both n/s and o/s (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2021 39,936 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both n/s and o/s (4.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam both n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened left hand drive (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both n/s and o/s advise replacements (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated advise replacement (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both n/s and o/s advise replacements (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 39,936 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 39,913 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Steering locking device ineffective track rod end nut is not locking (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Kombi?

Based on 5,583 MOT tests across 709 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
954
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 371
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 264
Stop lamp not working 221
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 218
position lamp(s) not working 153
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M528 YRN is a 1995 Volkswagen Kombi in Beige with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 50,462 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 Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M528 YRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Kombi typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 31 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M528 YRN registered?

M528 YRN is a 1995 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M528 YRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M528 YRN shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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