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RAU 775M

1998 Volkswagen Karmann

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

99,251 mi
Last recorded99,251 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Karmann69,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAU 775M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 99,251 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play slight play in both rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 99,170 miles

Front Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2021 99,170 miles

Front Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 99,015 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 98,686 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2018 98,686 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 98,679 miles

Front windscreen deteriorated around edge

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 21 Jul 2017 98,679 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front windscreen deteriorated around edge

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 May 2016 98,626 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 96,166 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 96,166 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 May 2014 98,003 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 97,782 miles

Oil leak

corrosion throughout body of vehicle

slight play in front inner steering joints

Fail 6 Feb 2013 97,782 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Oil leak

corrosion throughout body of vehicle

slight play in front inner steering joints

Pass 7 Mar 2012 97,103 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 97,080 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 10 Aug 2010 97,076 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 96,936 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 96,635 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 96,632 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 96,365 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 96,364 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 96,282 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Karmann?

Based on 1,222 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
418
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Horn not working 48
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
position lamp(s) not working 38
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RAU 775M is a 1998 Volkswagen Karmann in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Karmann models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.3% with a typical mileage of 69,879 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Karmann fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RAU 775M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RAU 775M registered?

RAU 775M is a 1998 Volkswagen Karmann, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is RAU 775M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAU 775M shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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