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L118 PHJ

1994 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2384cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,332 mi
Last recorded74,332 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2022
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Lt131,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL118 PHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,384cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2022 74,332 miles

both front brakes bind slightly

Pass 19 Jul 2021 74,241 miles

both front brakes bind slightly

Pass 2 May 2019 73,253 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

some under side components covered

under bonnet components covered

Pass 30 Apr 2018 71,886 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 71,819 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 May 2017 71,323 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 70,356 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 68,002 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 67,993 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 1 May 2014 67,610 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 67,299 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2012 65,455 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 63,678 miles

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

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

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

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)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 61,558 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 58,577 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 52,028 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 52,028 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2006 47,812 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 47,808 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 7 Sep 2006 47,808 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

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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L118 PHJ is a 1994 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,384cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 131,302 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 L118 PHJ, 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 32 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L118 PHJ registered?

L118 PHJ is a 1994 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 31 May 1994.

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