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R308 KMV

1998 Volkswagen Multivan

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,961 mi
Last recorded106,961 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2012
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Multivan166,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR308 KMV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2012 106,961 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Aug 2011 97,362 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

both front brake discs worn with regard to thickness

Fail 27 Aug 2011 87,168 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

both front brake discs worn with regard to thickness

Pass 8 Sep 2010 82,419 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 68,324 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 52,897 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 50,444 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 45,614 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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R308 KMV is a 1998 Volkswagen Multivan in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R308 KMV, 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 R308 KMV registered?

R308 KMV is a 1998 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 11 February 1998.

Is R308 KMV safe to buy?

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