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17 WP

1979 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

104,815 mi
Last recorded104,815 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Lt61,796 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration17 WP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 104,815 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s - flexi hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Oct 2007 50,948 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 50,946 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 47,163 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 47,163 miles

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lt?

Based on 549,592 MOT tests across 45,159 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
6,396
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
45,159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51,116
position lamp(s) not working 19,926
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,126
Stop lamp not working 18,682
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 15,828
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17 WP is a 1979 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 61,796 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 Lt fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 17 WP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Lt typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 17 WP?

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What year was 17 WP registered?

17 WP is a 1979 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is 17 WP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 17 WP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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