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L127 OWY

1994 Volkswagen Vento

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,494 mi
Last recorded159,494 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2008
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Vento105,373 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL127 OWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVento
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2008 159,494 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 152,292 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 148,037 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 148,037 miles

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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L127 OWY is a 1994 Volkswagen Vento in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Volkswagen Vento models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 105,373 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L127 OWY, 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 32 years old, this Volkswagen Vento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L127 OWY?

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What year was L127 OWY registered?

L127 OWY is a 1994 Volkswagen Vento, first registered on 12 May 1994.

Is L127 OWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L127 OWY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L127 OWY have outstanding finance?

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