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R160 AKR

1998 Volkswagen Multivan

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,465 mi
Last recorded23,465 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Multivan166,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR160 AKR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2008 23,465 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 11,160 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 11,159 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 Apr 2006 97 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Multivan?

Based on 9,554 MOT tests across 618 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
4,129
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
618
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 220
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 214
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 213
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 209
Stop lamp not working 193
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R160 AKR is a 1998 Volkswagen Multivan in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 166,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Multivan fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R160 AKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Multivan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 28 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R160 AKR registered?

R160 AKR is a 1998 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R160 AKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R160 AKR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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