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MRB 214W

1981 Volkswagen Lt

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

104,817 mi
Last recorded104,817 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Lt61,075 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRB 214W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 104,817 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2020 104,817 miles

Brake lever excessively worn handbrake (1.1.15 (b))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2013 104,535 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 2,612 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Apr 2010 2,612 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 2,247 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 2,237 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both rear bump stops missing

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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MRB 214W is a 1981 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 61,075 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 Lt fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MRB 214W, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MRB 214W registered?

MRB 214W is a 1981 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is MRB 214W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRB 214W shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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