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UDL 986S

1978 Volkswagen Microbus

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,351 mi
Last recorded84,351 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Microbus57,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDL 986S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 84,351 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 83,525 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 82,722 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 81,910 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 81,548 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 80,121 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 78,481 miles

ofside front and offside rear outriggers holed and corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2007 74,897 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 70,098 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 70,098 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2005 66,648 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Microbus?

Based on 5,772 MOT tests across 587 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
910
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 243
Stop lamp not working 215
parking brake recording little or no effort 181
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UDL 986S is a 1978 Volkswagen Microbus in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 57,545 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UDL 986S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Microbus typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 48 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UDL 986S registered?

UDL 986S is a 1978 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is UDL 986S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDL 986S shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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