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A447 JKV

1983 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

56,203 mi
Last recorded56,203 miles
Recorded on7 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Jetta87,073 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA447 JKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2023 56,203 miles

both front lower wing panels bubbling with rust but not weak

Pass 18 May 2022 55,842 miles
Fail 18 May 2022 55,842 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2020 55,547 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 55,326 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 55,147 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 54,958 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 54,487 miles

o/s/f indicator lense damaged/temp repair

Pass 27 Oct 2015 54,037 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 54,023 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 53,430 miles

o/s/f wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 15 Oct 2013 52,814 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 52,192 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 52,192 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 51,649 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 51,180 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 51,160 miles

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

o/s/r seat belt insecure

Pass 28 Sep 2009 50,603 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 49,800 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 48,971 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 48,065 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 48,065 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

n/s/r tyre 2mm

Pass 12 Oct 2005 47,259 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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A447 JKV is a 1983 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 A447 JKV, 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 A447 JKV registered?

A447 JKV is a 1983 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 11 November 1983.

Is A447 JKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A447 JKV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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