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A884 VAF

1983 Volkswagen Jetta

White Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

79,545 mi
Last recorded79,545 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Jetta87,073 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA884 VAF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2016 79,545 miles

both front wheels difficult to turn by hand when jacked up

Pass 11 Sep 2015 79,234 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 78,775 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 78,753 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

underbody corroded

Fail 10 Sep 2013 78,752 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

underbody corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2012 78,297 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 78,062 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 78,037 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 77,965 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 77,851 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 77,667 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 77,502 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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A884 VAF is a 1983 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 A884 VAF, 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 A884 VAF registered?

A884 VAF is a 1983 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 8 August 1983.

Is A884 VAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A884 VAF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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