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D257 TRR

1987 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

111,119 mi
Last recorded111,119 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2024
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Lt119,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD257 TRR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2024 111,119 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 111,051 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 111,030 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 111,019 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 110,992 miles

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2020 110,992 miles

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 110,795 miles

195 tyres fitted to front 205 to rear

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

ignition lock removed other surcurity devices fitted

Fail 21 Feb 2019 110,772 miles

Brake lever pivot has excessive wear or free play lever cracked and distorted (1.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle brake binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

195r14 fitted to front and 205 r 14 to rear

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

engine oil over filled

ingition lock removed over surcurity devices fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2018 110,602 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Feb 2017 110,595 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 110,566 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2015 110,246 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 110,135 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2013 110,099 miles

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

under body corrosion

Pass 13 Mar 2012 109,825 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 13 Mar 2012 109,825 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 109,779 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 109,453 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 109,064 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 108,785 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 108,649 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 108,269 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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D257 TRR is a 1987 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 119,550 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 D257 TRR, 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 39 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D257 TRR registered?

D257 TRR is a 1987 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 16 January 1987.

Is D257 TRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D257 TRR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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