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E241 MYH

1988 Volkswagen Lt

Grey Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests26 (14 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

19,559 mi
Last recorded19,559 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Lt129,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE241 MYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 12 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 19,559 miles

Age related surface corrosion to underside panels and components

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

prop shaft centre bearing has slight play and is rough when rear wheels rotated - early replacement recommended

Fail 21 Jun 2019 19,547 miles

Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Age related surface corrosion to underside panels and components

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

prop shaft centre bearing has slight play and is rough when rear wheels rotated - early replacement recommended

Pass 8 May 2018 19,398 miles

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

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

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

Offside step corroded

Prop shaft centre bearing noisey

Fail 8 May 2018 19,398 miles

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

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

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

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside step corroded

Prop shaft centre bearing noisey

Pass 8 Feb 2017 18,529 miles

Areas of surface corrosion to underside panels and components

Brake pipe slightly corroded All pipes have surface corrosion (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Feb 2017 18,516 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Towbar component excessively corroded mounting frame (6.6.1)

Areas of surface corrosion to underside panels and components

Brake pipe slightly corroded All pipes have surface corrosion (3.6.B.2c)

rear fog lamp poorly secured

Fail 20 Aug 2016 18,496 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor behind seat (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch area (3.3.A.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor under seat (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch and inside corner (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 6 Jul 2015 16,490 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 16,485 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 14,668 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2014 14,668 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 14,220 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 14,220 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 12,063 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 12,063 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 9,666 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 9,666 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

centre heat sheild insecure

n/s/r inner wing brace corroded

o/s/r floor corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2010 7,562 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 105,603 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 21,757 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 21,757 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 99,590 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 99,590 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 97,126 miles

oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2005 94,191 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2005 94,187 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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E241 MYH is a 1988 Volkswagen Lt in Grey with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 129,942 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 E241 MYH, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E241 MYH is a 1988 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 28 April 1988.

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