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A962 VGL

1983 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Petrol 1093cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,145 mi
Last recorded101,145 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2008
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Jetta87,073 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA962 VGL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,093cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2008 101,145 miles

body becoming corroded

rear axle mounts becoming corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2007 99,494 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2006 95,426 miles

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

Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 9 Nov 2006 95,327 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2005 90,831 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 90,815 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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A962 VGL is a 1983 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,093cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 A962 VGL, 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

How do I check the history of A962 VGL?

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What year was A962 VGL registered?

A962 VGL is a 1983 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 September 1983.

Is A962 VGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A962 VGL shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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