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L223 SBD

1994 Volkswagen Vento

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

125,022 mi
Last recorded125,022 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2010
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Vento105,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL223 SBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVento
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2010 125,022 miles

Offside and Nearside front brake pads will soon need replacing.

Fail 27 Nov 2010 125,016 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front brake pads will soon require replacement

Pass 30 Oct 2009 114,788 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 107,166 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 107,166 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Nearside Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 101,162 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 90,485 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 90,485 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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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L223 SBD is a 1994 Volkswagen Vento in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 L223 SBD, 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 L223 SBD?

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What year was L223 SBD registered?

L223 SBD is a 1994 Volkswagen Vento, first registered on 3 May 1994.

Is L223 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L223 SBD shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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