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FJX 588W

1981 Volkswagen Lt

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

158,950 mi
Last recorded158,950 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2008
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Lt61,075 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJX 588W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2008 158,950 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 158,950 miles

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)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 3,342 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 3,342 miles

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)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 87,560 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 87,560 miles

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.

65.2%
Pass Rate
6,396
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
45,159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51,116
position lamp(s) not working 19,926
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,126
Stop lamp not working 18,682
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 15,828
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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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?

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