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BGX 891T

1978 Volkswagen Lt

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,113 mi
Last recorded50,113 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2009
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Lt65,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGX 891T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2009 50,113 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 50,113 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Jun 2005 49,363 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2005

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear fog light not working

steering box idler worn

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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BGX 891T is a 1978 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 65,245 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 Lt fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BGX 891T, 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 48 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 BGX 891T?

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What year was BGX 891T registered?

BGX 891T is a 1978 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 8 December 1978.

Is BGX 891T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGX 891T shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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