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S470 NSO

1998 Volkswagen Multivan

Blue Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

248,468 mi
Last recorded248,468 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Multivan166,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS470 NSO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2023 248,468 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 241,370 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 240,472 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2019 240,468 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 234,927 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

brake fluid level low, but no leak found at time of test.

Pass 4 Oct 2017 228,603 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 228,172 miles

rear valance corroded but not within 30cm of any mounts

Pass 17 Sep 2015 225,550 miles

rear bumper mount corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2014 215,187 miles

Rear bumper bar corroded

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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S470 NSO is a 1998 Volkswagen Multivan in Blue with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S470 NSO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S470 NSO?

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What year was S470 NSO registered?

S470 NSO is a 1998 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S470 NSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S470 NSO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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