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N526 WUP

1996 Volkswagen Kombi

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,405 mi
Last recorded20,405 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN526 WUP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 20,405 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2026 20,402 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2025 20,156 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

all underbody sealed

Pass 24 May 2023 20,111 miles

slight free play

Pass 2 Oct 2021 20,014 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2019 20,007 miles

All direction indicators not working flashing on the dash (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake inadequately mounted brake hose rubbing the steering arm (1.1.21 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up is the wrong side (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged frayed belt (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake inadequately mounted brake hose is rubbing the steering arm (1.1.21 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up is the wrong side (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt damaged frayed belt (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

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

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear inner sill is rusted and holed

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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N526 WUP is a 1996 Volkswagen Kombi in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N526 WUP, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was N526 WUP registered?

N526 WUP is a 1996 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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