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FVL 956X

1982 Volkswagen Jetta

Green Petrol 1457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

246,720 mi
Last recorded246,720 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Jetta87,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVL 956X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,457cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2021 246,720 miles

Nearside Front Lower ARCH HAS SLIGHT CORROSION

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 242,212 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 242,212 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2016 234,564 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 224,775 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2013 21,806 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 21,806 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 213,424 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2010 233,602 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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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FVL 956X is a 1982 Volkswagen Jetta in Green with a 1,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FVL 956X, 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

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What year was FVL 956X registered?

FVL 956X is a 1982 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 January 1982.

Is FVL 956X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVL 956X shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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