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NGN 972Y

1983 Volkswagen Minibus

Blue Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2025
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

40,238 mi
Last recorded40,238 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Minibus36,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGN 972Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMinibus
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc
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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 40,238 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs have corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs have corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 39,535 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 38,578 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 37,603 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 36,941 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 18 Jul 2019 36,895 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing/sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch/sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 35,692 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jul 2018 35,680 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 34,005 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 32,791 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre perishing

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre perishing.

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 31,938 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 31,923 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 31,188 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2014 31,182 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 29,894 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 28,667 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 28,667 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 27,085 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 26,281 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 26,270 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 1 May 2009 25,043 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 25,033 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 24,439 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 23,557 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 23,528 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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NGN 972Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Minibus in Blue with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Minibus models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 36,918 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 NGN 972Y, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Minibus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NGN 972Y?

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What year was NGN 972Y registered?

NGN 972Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Minibus, first registered on 8 March 1983.

Is NGN 972Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NGN 972Y shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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