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DVT 12T

1979 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,146 mi
Last recorded62,146 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2012
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Lt61,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVT 12T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2012 62,146 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

rear exhaust slighty corroded

Fail 9 Jul 2011 59,837 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

both front brake hose rubbing against anti roll bar

front grille slight bend ,no sharp corner,not affecting steering , braking

laggue compartment needs tighten

n/s/f tyre wall slight worn

o/s/r light lens slight damaged

small cut on o/s/r tyre wall

wipers very low speed

Pass 9 Jul 2011 59,837 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

both front brake hose rubbing against anti roll bar

front grille slight bend ,no sharp corner,not affecting steering , braking

laggue compartment needs tighten

n/s/f tyre wall slight worn

o/s/r light lens slight damaged

small cut on o/s/r tyre wall

wipers very low speed

Pass 28 Apr 2010 56,066 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 53,760 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 53,760 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 51,398 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 49,826 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 49,826 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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DVT 12T is a 1979 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 61,796 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 DVT 12T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DVT 12T registered?

DVT 12T is a 1979 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 1 April 1979.

Is DVT 12T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVT 12T shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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