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XRT 936X

1981 Volkswagen Microbus

White Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

96,231 mi
Last recorded96,231 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2009
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Microbus121,905 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRT 936X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMicrobus
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2009 96,231 miles

both front upper inner wheel arches starting to corrode

front brake pipes corroded

front tye rod bushes split

handbrake cable outer casing in poor condition

nearside front brake disc slightly distorted

oil leak

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Fail 9 Nov 2009 96,181 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

both front upper inner wheel arches starting to corrode

front brake pipes corroded

front tye rod bushes split

handbrake cable outer casing in poor condition

nearside front brake disc slightly distorted

oil leak

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 10 Nov 2008 95,304 miles

both no. plates in poor condition

both sides front brake pipes starting to corrode

offside handbrake cable casing in poor condition

oil leak

slight play in nearside front & both rear hubs

Fail 4 Nov 2008 95,282 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

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

both no. plates in poor condition

both sides front brake pipes starting to corrode

offside handbrake cable casing in poor condition

oil leak

slight play in nearside front & both rear hubs

Pass 27 Oct 2007 93,233 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 89,798 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 89,798 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

o/s /r inner drive shaft gaiter split

oil leak

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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XRT 936X is a 1981 Volkswagen Microbus in White with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Microbus models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 121,905 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 Microbus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 429 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XRT 936X, 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 45 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 XRT 936X registered?

XRT 936X is a 1981 Volkswagen Microbus, first registered on 16 October 1981.

Is XRT 936X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRT 936X shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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