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A18 VRR

1989 Volkswagen Jetta

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

108,145 mi
Last recorded108,145 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Jetta105,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 VRR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2024 108,145 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 83,915 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at middle (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

raidaitor is leaking water

underneath vehicle is showing signs of corrosion

Fail 28 Oct 2021 83,908 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached inscure (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low not even on screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture rubbing on gearbox (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at middle (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported at flexi hose fixing clip (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

raidaitor is leaking water

underneath vehicle is showing signs of corrosion

Pass 21 Mar 2012 73,923 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2012 73,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 70,189 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 70,189 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 69,265 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake discs rusted

offside rear tyre

Pass 8 Oct 2008 66,319 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 61,113 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing

windscreen

Fail 4 Oct 2007 61,113 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside rear wheel bearing

windscreen

Pass 27 Sep 2006 56,079 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 56,079 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2005 54,586 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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A18 VRR is a 1989 Volkswagen Jetta in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 105,373 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 Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A18 VRR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 37 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A18 VRR is a 1989 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is A18 VRR safe to buy?

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