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XFX 488B

2002 Volkswagen Microbus

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,548 mi
Last recorded74,548 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFX 488B
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 74,548 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 74,536 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Oct 2015 74,536 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake hose slightly chafed both front (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres slightly touching body on lock to lock

Pass 21 May 2010 74,536 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 74,536 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 74,535 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 7,451 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 7,436 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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XFX 488B is a 2002 Volkswagen Microbus in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XFX 488B, 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 24 years old, this Volkswagen Microbus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was XFX 488B registered?

XFX 488B is a 2002 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 1 April 2002.

Is XFX 488B safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFX 488B shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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