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K231 SJR

1993 Volkswagen Vento

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

169,172 mi
Last recorded169,172 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2005
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Vento106,400 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK231 SJR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVento
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Aug 2005 169,172 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Cracks on inner wall of N/S rear tyre.

Leak on exhaust joint.

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Vento?

Based on 47,308 MOT tests across 7,866 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
5,331
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
7,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,776
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,103
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,062
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,658
wheel bearing has excessive play 1,535
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K231 SJR is a 1993 Volkswagen Vento in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1993 Volkswagen Vento models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 106,400 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 Vento fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,776 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K231 SJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Vento typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 33 years old, this Volkswagen Vento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K231 SJR registered?

K231 SJR is a 1993 Volkswagen Vento, first registered on 26 February 1993.

Is K231 SJR safe to buy?

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