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KUC 920W

1981 Volkswagen Jetta

Gold Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

160,837 mi
Last recorded160,837 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Jetta77,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUC 920W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 160,837 miles

Nearside headlamp deflector fitted

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

Offside headlamp deflector fitted

Fail 10 Sep 2016 160,837 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts brake pipe fouling brake lever (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside headlamp deflector fitted

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

Offside headlamp deflector fitted

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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KUC 920W is a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta in Gold with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 KUC 920W, 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

How do I check the history of KUC 920W?

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What year was KUC 920W registered?

KUC 920W is a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is KUC 920W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUC 920W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KUC 920W have outstanding finance?

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