MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
158,950 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lt?
Based on 549,592 MOT tests across 45,159 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FJX 588W is a 1981 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1981 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 61,075 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Volkswagen Lt fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJX 588W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Volkswagen Lt typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 45 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of FJX 588W?
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What year was FJX 588W registered?
FJX 588W is a 1981 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 1 March 1981.
Is FJX 588W safe to buy?
The MOT history for FJX 588W shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FJX 588W have outstanding finance?
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