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R521 BLF

1998 Volkswagen Kombi

White Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

206,154 mi
Last recorded206,154 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Kombi78,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR521 BLF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc
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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 206,154 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

steering rack worn

Fail 2 Sep 2025 206,154 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

steering rack worn

Pass 6 Aug 2024 202,225 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

steering rack worn

Pass 24 Aug 2023 188,247 miles

chip in windscreen

steering rack worn

Pass 22 Jul 2022 182,644 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

chip in windscreen

steering rack worn

Pass 6 Aug 2021 178,118 miles

chip in windscreen

rear brakes limit , rust and slight judder

slight wear in steering rack

Pass 29 Jul 2020 176,153 miles

chip in windscreen

rear brakes near limit

slight wear offside rack

Pass 16 Jul 2019 174,028 miles

chip in windscreen

rear brakes worn

slight wear offside rack

Fail 16 Jul 2019 174,028 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

chip in windscreen

rear brakes worn

slight wear offside rack

Pass 11 Jul 2018 169,372 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 169,372 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 164,587 miles

Rear both sides tyres perishing

Pass 30 Jun 2016 159,084 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 159,084 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 151,201 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 142,404 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 135,380 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 129,065 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Jul 2012 129,065 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 121,428 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 121,428 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 113,806 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 106,033 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 106,033 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 101,920 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 101,920 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 94,447 miles

damage to offside mirror glass

Pass 13 Jul 2006 82,788 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside door mirror cracked

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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R521 BLF is a 1998 Volkswagen Kombi in White with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 78,631 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 Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R521 BLF, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R521 BLF registered?

R521 BLF is a 1998 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R521 BLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R521 BLF shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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