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EWH 628W

1981 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

194,718 mi
Last recorded194,718 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2016
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Jetta77,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWH 628W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2016 194,718 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 182,875 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 181,718 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Small split on the wiper blades at edge of blade, still clearing screen effectively.

The centre exhaust section showing signs of corrosion.

The engine sump heavily corroded.

The front brake discs showing signs of wear/corrosion.

The near side front shock absorber damp.

Fail 3 Jun 2013 181,716 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fuel hose excessively damaged (7.2.2)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Small split on the wiper blades at edge of blade, still clearing screen effectively.

The centre exhaust section showing signs of corrosion.

The engine sump heavily corroded.

The front brake discs showing signs of wear/corrosion.

The near side front shock absorber damp.

Pass 3 Aug 2012 122,278 miles

The front number plate is deteriorated.

Fail 3 Aug 2012 122,276 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

The front number plate is deteriorated.

Pass 30 Jun 2011 121,228 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2011 121,228 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2010 121,228 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

rear fuel filler hose slightly perished

Pass 12 Feb 2009 118,462 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 111,410 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 111,397 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 104,555 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 96,212 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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EWH 628W is a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 77,495 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 EWH 628W, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EWH 628W registered?

EWH 628W is a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 14 January 1981.

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The MOT history for EWH 628W shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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