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MCY 56D

2006 Volkswagen Van

Blue Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

12,093 mi
Last recorded12,093 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Van39,275 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCY 56D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVan
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 12,093 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low (3.7.B.6b)

steering pivot has slight play

Pass 3 Jun 2016 9,770 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 6,953 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 5,875 miles

brakes only just meet efficiency

corrosion to floorpan and both sides front crossmember

nsr bumpstop missing

slight steering play

Pass 1 May 2013 3,305 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

nearside front floor corroded

nearside rear suspension bump stop m issing

slight play in steering arm pivot

Pass 24 Mar 2012 489 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 484 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 96,756 miles

n/s rear wheel bearing noisey but not rough

Pass 25 Sep 2009 92,113 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 89,264 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 84,086 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 80,778 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 80,778 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Van?

Based on 3,103 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
2,083
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 142
position lamp(s) not working 111
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 97
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 87
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MCY 56D is a 2006 Volkswagen Van in Blue with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 39,275 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MCY 56D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Van typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Van is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MCY 56D registered?

MCY 56D is a 2006 Volkswagen Van, first registered on 12 October 2006.

Is MCY 56D safe to buy?

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