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F241 PLT

1989 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,702 mi
Last recorded141,702 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2009
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Jetta105,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF241 PLT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2009 141,702 miles

Battery tray corroded & holed

Exhaust rubber mountings worn & splitting

Front brake discs corroded & binding slightly

Offside rear door not opening from outside

Various brake pipes corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2007 141,558 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 138,631 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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F241 PLT is a 1989 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F241 PLT, 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 F241 PLT?

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What year was F241 PLT registered?

F241 PLT is a 1989 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 February 1989.

Is F241 PLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F241 PLT 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 F241 PLT have outstanding finance?

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