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F120 RYT

1989 Volkswagen Jetta

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,852 mi
Last recorded21,852 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2012
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Jetta105,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF120 RYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2012 21,852 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 19,021 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)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 18,176 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 16,032 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 15,397 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

ind swich broken but still working

Fail 24 Apr 2008 15,397 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

ind swich broken but still working

Pass 23 Apr 2007 13,941 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 13,941 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 12,591 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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F120 RYT is a 1989 Volkswagen Jetta in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 105,373 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 F120 RYT, 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 37 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 F120 RYT registered?

F120 RYT is a 1989 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 20 May 1989.

Is F120 RYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F120 RYT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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