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PJD 889R

1977 Volkswagen Delivery Van

Yellow Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

41,317 mi
Last recorded41,317 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Delivery Van49,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJD 889R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDelivery Van
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 41,317 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 3 Jul 2023 41,263 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength ns os front mounting plus front x member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced seat belt mountings plus outa rigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outa sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear both lenses (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Towbar component excessively corroded tow bar mounting x member (6.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive step (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2021 40,961 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength valance as marked in yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/step and front valance as marked in yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch as marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

indicator tell tail not working

Pass 19 Feb 2020 40,563 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres splitting in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 39,298 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 37,165 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play at drop arm (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 18 Dec 2017 37,164 miles

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

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play at drop arm (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 30 Nov 2017 37,162 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 34,140 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 34,140 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 31,719 miles

Nearside Front Outer track rod end as slight play

Rear number plate starting to delaminate

general corrosion to some under body components

Pass 12 May 2015 31,435 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 30,660 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Apr 2014 30,660 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 29,768 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 27,955 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

all 4 tyres starting to perishing

small chip in screen

Pass 1 Mar 2012 28,406 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 28,380 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2010 27,801 miles

corrosion on n/s/r side einner sill

play in front steering arm idler

Pass 20 Jul 2009 27,768 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight oil leak from the engine

Pass 2 Jul 2008 26,844 miles

FRONT SUSP TUBE SLIGHT CORROSSION

Pass 23 May 2007 22,721 miles

001 o/s rear indicator lens turning white

Pass 12 Jun 2006 20,968 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 20,968 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s front,jacking point corroded

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Delivery Van?

Based on 21,038 MOT tests across 1,834 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
994
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,834
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,223
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,126
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,121
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,016
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 889
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PJD 889R is a 1977 Volkswagen Delivery Van in Yellow with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Delivery Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 49,230 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 Delivery Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJD 889R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Delivery Van typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 49 years old, this Volkswagen Delivery Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PJD 889R is a 1977 Volkswagen Delivery Van, first registered on 4 May 1977.

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