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E216 FGX

1988 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,681 mi
Last recorded67,681 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2008
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Jetta109,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE216 FGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2008 67,681 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 67,510 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 67,362 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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E216 FGX is a 1988 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 109,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E216 FGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 38 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E216 FGX?

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What year was E216 FGX registered?

E216 FGX is a 1988 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 15 April 1988.

Is E216 FGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E216 FGX shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E216 FGX have outstanding finance?

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