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FPX 195X

1981 Volkswagen Jetta

White Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

103,800 mi
Last recorded103,800 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Jetta77,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPX 195X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 103,800 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 103,621 miles

offside front brake has slight bind

Pass 25 Jul 2012 103,426 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 102,725 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2011 102,608 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 95,748 miles

Oil leak

vehicle is modified and suspension is low seat runners are worn

Fail 5 Jul 2010 95,735 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

vehicle is modified and suspension is low seat runners are worn

Pass 3 Jul 2009 86,043 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 86,043 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

vehicle has been lowerd.

Pass 27 Jun 2008 79,321 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 79,256 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 67,144 miles

suspension very low, limited movement

Pass 2 Jun 2006 63,424 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Jun 2006 68,418 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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FPX 195X is a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 1,288cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 77,495 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 Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FPX 195X, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FPX 195X registered?

FPX 195X is a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 6 August 1981.

Is FPX 195X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPX 195X shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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