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N546 CAV

1996 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

262,885 mi
Last recorded262,885 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Jetta117,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN546 CAV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 262,885 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 261,154 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2013 261,154 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Front Steering rack deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

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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N546 CAV is a 1996 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.0% with a typical mileage of 117,278 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N546 CAV, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N546 CAV registered?

N546 CAV is a 1996 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N546 CAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N546 CAV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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