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A418 YTN

1983 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

194,276 mi
Last recorded194,276 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Jetta87,073 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA418 YTN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2015 194,276 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 194,273 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 194,273 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 191,460 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 58,615 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2008 63,134 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 62,747 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 62,743 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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A418 YTN is a 1983 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 A418 YTN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A418 YTN registered?

A418 YTN is a 1983 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 21 October 1983.

Is A418 YTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A418 YTN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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