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B218 AKM

1991 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

125,859 mi
Last recorded125,859 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2006
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Jetta111,227 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB218 AKM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2006 125,859 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006 125,859 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

hc high 1100

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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B218 AKM is a 1991 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 111,227 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 B218 AKM, 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 35 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 B218 AKM?

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What year was B218 AKM registered?

B218 AKM is a 1991 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 18 February 1991.

Is B218 AKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B218 AKM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B218 AKM have outstanding finance?

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