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A346 GLW

1983 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,125 mi
Last recorded153,125 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Jetta87,073 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA346 GLW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 153,125 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Fail 24 Aug 2017 153,125 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 625,781 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 21 Mar 2014 625,779 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2012 152,249 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 151,201 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 149,070 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 145,204 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 26 Aug 2008 143,439 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 143,439 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 63,662 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 59,441 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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A346 GLW is a 1983 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 87,073 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A346 GLW, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A346 GLW registered?

A346 GLW is a 1983 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 10 October 1983.

Is A346 GLW safe to buy?

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