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F144 SAE

1989 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,505 mi
Last recorded114,505 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2007
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Jetta105,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF144 SAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2007 114,505 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 112,638 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 112,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

n/s/r tyre is a remould

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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F144 SAE is a 1989 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F144 SAE, 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

How do I check the history of F144 SAE?

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What year was F144 SAE registered?

F144 SAE is a 1989 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 29 March 1989.

Is F144 SAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F144 SAE shows 3 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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