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NGM 172X

1982 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

11,191 mi
Last recorded11,191 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2013
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Jetta87,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGM 172X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2013 11,191 miles

wheels close to arches/springsmodified/exaust modified

Pass 11 Oct 2012 116,932 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2012 116,932 miles

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2008 114,964 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Rear seat base insecure

Pass 9 Sep 2008 114,964 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Rear seat base insecure

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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NGM 172X is a 1982 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,288cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 87,541 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 Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NGM 172X, 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 44 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NGM 172X registered?

NGM 172X is a 1982 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 5 January 1982.

Is NGM 172X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NGM 172X shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NGM 172X have outstanding finance?

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