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BGT 278X

1981 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,376 mi
Last recorded78,376 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2007
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Lt61,075 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGT 278X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Dec 2007 78,376 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lt?

Based on 549,592 MOT tests across 45,159 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
6,396
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
45,159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51,116
position lamp(s) not working 19,926
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,126
Stop lamp not working 18,682
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 15,828
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BGT 278X is a 1981 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 61,075 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Lt fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BGT 278X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Lt typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 45 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BGT 278X?

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What year was BGT 278X registered?

BGT 278X is a 1981 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 13 August 1981.

Is BGT 278X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGT 278X shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BGT 278X have outstanding finance?

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