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R495 URM

1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

223,213 mi
Last recorded223,213 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2008
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB150,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR495 URM
MakeVolkswagen
Model1000 Td SWB
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2008 223,213 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 206,039 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2006 189,692 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB?

Based on 922 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
6,378
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 37
Registration plate lamp not working 35
position lamp(s) not working 35
coil spring incomplete 30
Horn not working 29
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R495 URM is a 1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 150,362 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R495 URM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R495 URM registered?

R495 URM is a 1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB, first registered on 4 February 1998.

Is R495 URM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R495 URM shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R495 URM have outstanding finance?

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