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FHC 480X

1982 Volkswagen Jetta

Beige Petrol 1457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,443 mi
Last recorded81,443 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2005
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Jetta87,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHC 480X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1982
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,457cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2005 81,443 miles

Surface corrosion begining to appear to o/s/r chassis rail

Surface corrosion beginning to appear to n/s and o/s outer seal areas.

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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FHC 480X is a 1982 Volkswagen Jetta in Beige with a 1,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 87,541 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 FHC 480X, 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 44 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 FHC 480X?

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What year was FHC 480X registered?

FHC 480X is a 1982 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 March 1982.

Is FHC 480X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHC 480X shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FHC 480X have outstanding finance?

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