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D276 FDX

1987 Volkswagen Unknown

White Diesel 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

338,982 mi
Last recorded338,982 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Unknown147,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD276 FDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 338,982 miles

Gearbox mounting defective bellhousing bolt missing ()

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced repair plates fitted to sill obscuring condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive leak from filler pipe to sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2019 338,982 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts wiring detached and close to drive shaft (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire rubber filler neck pipe split (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Gearbox mounting defective bellhousing bolt missing ()

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced repair plates fitted to sill obscuring condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive leak from filler pipe to sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 337,946 miles

All suspension bushes cracked/perished but not causing excessive movement

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes greased, signs of slight corrosion on all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Little reserve travel on park brake lever

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated but preventing the ingress of dirt

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2018 337,946 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

All suspension bushes cracked/perished but not causing excessive movement

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes greased, signs of slight corrosion on all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Little reserve travel on park brake lever

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated but preventing the ingress of dirt

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2017 337,225 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear from t piece to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear to t piece (3.6.B.2c)

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

all four tyres starting to crack

light scratch on windscreen

Fail 1 Mar 2017 337,225 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear from t piece to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear to t piece (3.6.B.2c)

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

all four tyres starting to crack

light scratch on windscreen

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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D276 FDX is a 1987 Volkswagen Unknown in White with a 1,570cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 147,242 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D276 FDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 39 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D276 FDX registered?

D276 FDX is a 1987 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D276 FDX safe to buy?

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