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FMJ 688T

1979 Volkswagen Delivery Van

Green Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,339 mi
Last recorded5,339 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Delivery Van48,333 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMJ 688T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDelivery Van
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2018 5,339 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 May 2017 5,112 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 4,960 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 4,469 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 2,854 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 1,581 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Delivery Van?

Based on 21,038 MOT tests across 1,834 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
994
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,834
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,223
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,126
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,121
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,016
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 889
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FMJ 688T is a 1979 Volkswagen Delivery Van in Green with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Delivery Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 48,333 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Delivery Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FMJ 688T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Delivery Van typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen Delivery Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FMJ 688T?

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What year was FMJ 688T registered?

FMJ 688T is a 1979 Volkswagen Delivery Van, first registered on 2 April 1979.

Is FMJ 688T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMJ 688T shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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