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V637 ERB

1999 Volkswagen Multivan

Grey Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

56,816 mi
Last recorded56,816 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Multivan138,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV637 ERB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 56,816 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 56,816 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 55,842 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2025 55,838 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 51,439 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 May 2024 51,194 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 49,149 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 49,146 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 49,146 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 46,496 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 44,398 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 44,267 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 44,209 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 44,069 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 43,642 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 42,239 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 40,904 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 40,196 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 37,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 37,578 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 33,690 miles

all four tyres starting to perish and crack.

Pass 28 Jul 2011 30,990 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 29,736 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 27,789 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 27,047 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 27,047 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 25,017 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 22,871 miles

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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V637 ERB is a 1999 Volkswagen Multivan in Grey with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 138,926 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 V637 ERB, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V637 ERB registered?

V637 ERB is a 1999 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 8 September 1999.

Is V637 ERB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V637 ERB shows 28 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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