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N82 HVW

1998 Volkswagen Jetta

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

203,202 mi
Last recorded203,202 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2012
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Jetta139,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN82 HVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2012 203,202 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 191,654 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front sidelight

rear nearside brake

Fail 14 Sep 2011 191,654 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front sidelight

rear nearside brake

Pass 14 Aug 2010 183,069 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 176,304 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 159,319 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 142,880 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 121,556 miles

NONE CAT EMMISIONS TEST CARRIED OUT †IMPORTED VEHICLE NO CAT OR LAMBER FITTED †

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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N82 HVW is a 1998 Volkswagen Jetta in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 139,126 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 N82 HVW, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N82 HVW registered?

N82 HVW is a 1998 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is N82 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N82 HVW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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