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J359 RGS

1992 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2384cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,255 mi
Last recorded140,255 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Lt130,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ359 RGS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,384cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 140,255 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear axle bump stop rubber missing

Offside Rear shockabsorber shroud corrodded and broken

oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2016 137,511 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 26 Aug 2016 137,510 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 135,976 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 135,976 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 135,964 miles

o/s inner sill corroded at front

Pass 22 Apr 2011 135,641 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2011 135,641 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 135,228 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 135,196 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 135,176 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 135,145 miles

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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J359 RGS is a 1992 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,384cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 130,142 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J359 RGS, 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 34 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J359 RGS registered?

J359 RGS is a 1992 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 27 March 1992.

Is J359 RGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J359 RGS shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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