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STAIV550

1995 Volkswagen Multivan

Maroon Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2025
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

408,182 mi
Last recorded408,182 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 1995 Volkswagen Multivan257,071 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTAIV550
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 408,182 miles

underside showing some signs of corrosion

Fail 3 Jun 2024 408,176 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

underside showing signs of corrosion

Pass 10 Nov 2017 331,847 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter. (7.1.2)

Exposed electrical connections hanging in nearside front wheel arch.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener on interior mirror ()

Nearside Front Outer cv gaiter leaking grease.

Offside headlamp has a poor beam image

Offside sill corroded near offside rear suspension mounting.

Offside wiper blade smeary.

Fail 8 Nov 2017 331,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter. (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener on interior mirror ()

Nearside Front Outer cv gaiter leaking grease.

Offside headlamp has a poor beam image

Pass 12 Jul 2016 302,248 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 301,899 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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STAIV550 is a 1995 Volkswagen Multivan in Maroon with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 257,071 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 Multivan fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying STAIV550, 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 31 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was STAIV550 registered?

STAIV550 is a 1995 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 20 July 1995.

Is STAIV550 safe to buy?

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