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NLW 513V

1986 Volkswagen Kombi

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,755 mi
Last recorded28,755 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Kombi31,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLW 513V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 28,755 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 28,666 miles

Front both front tyres wearing low

Pass 31 Jul 2015 27,364 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 27,364 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 23,162 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 22,323 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 22,313 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 21,333 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 19,392 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 13,688 miles

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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NLW 513V is a 1986 Volkswagen Kombi in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 31,964 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 NLW 513V, 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 40 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NLW 513V registered?

NLW 513V is a 1986 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 18 September 1986.

Is NLW 513V safe to buy?

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