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JBW 736Y

1982 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Petrol 1439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,009 mi
Last recorded160,009 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Jetta87,541 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBW 736Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,439cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2022 160,009 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 157,282 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 147,205 miles

suspension lowered

Pass 29 Apr 2019 146,930 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 146,023 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 145,247 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front headlamps have tape on them to give beam pattern

Pass 21 Apr 2016 137,975 miles

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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JBW 736Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JBW 736Y, 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

How do I check the history of JBW 736Y?

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What year was JBW 736Y registered?

JBW 736Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 19 August 1982.

Is JBW 736Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBW 736Y shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JBW 736Y have outstanding finance?

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