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VBY 183E

1996 Volkswagen Variant

Cream Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

79,337 mi
Last recorded79,337 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBY 183E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVariant
Year1996
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2020 79,337 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2018 79,319 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 79,290 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 79,111 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 78,053 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 77,154 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 77,150 miles

Front Lower Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Inner Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 76,582 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 76,582 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 21 May 2008 74,535 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 71,896 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 71,172 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 71,172 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Variant?

Based on 1,684 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
766
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 124
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
position lamp(s) not working 60
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
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VBY 183E is a 1996 Volkswagen Variant in Cream with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Variant fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VBY 183E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Variant typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 30 years old, this Volkswagen Variant is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VBY 183E?

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What year was VBY 183E registered?

VBY 183E is a 1996 Volkswagen Variant, first registered on 15 October 1996.

Is VBY 183E safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBY 183E shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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