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UP04 RTY

2008 Volkswagen Minibus

Pink Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

283,724 mi
Last recorded283,724 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Minibus69,271 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUP04 RTY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMinibus
Year2008
ColourPink
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2016 283,724 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 264,095 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight play in nearside steering rack end

Fail 24 Nov 2015 264,093 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported front to centre pipe insecure (7.1.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported tail pipe insecure (7.1.1)

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear All outline marker lamps not working side (1.1.B.1c)

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively deteriorated so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight play in nearside steering rack end

Pass 19 Sep 2014 196,467 miles

n/s side repeater/mirror slightly damaged

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Minibus?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
2,236
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 57
Stop lamp not working 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
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UP04 RTY is a 2008 Volkswagen Minibus in Pink with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Minibus models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 69,271 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 Minibus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UP04 RTY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Minibus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was UP04 RTY registered?

UP04 RTY is a 2008 Volkswagen Minibus, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is UP04 RTY safe to buy?

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