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NKL 586W

1981 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2710cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,809 mi
Last recorded114,809 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2023
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Lt61,075 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKL 586W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,710cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2023 114,809 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 11,480 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Feb 2022 11,480 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 11,480 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Oct 2020 11,480 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 11,480 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 11,480 miles

Both rear bump stops deteriorating

Nearside Rear Leaf spring damaged but not permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring damaged but not permanently distorted (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Lower efficiency than n/s (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 11,480 miles

Front both tyres slightly perished

front and rear bumper end caps missing

Fail 18 Mar 2015 11,308 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

n/s/f wiper ends split

Pass 18 Mar 2015 11,308 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f wiper ends split

Pass 24 Jun 2011 112,821 miles

rear bump stops deteriated

Fail 19 May 2011 112,818 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear bump stops deteriated

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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NKL 586W is a 1981 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,710cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NKL 586W, 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 NKL 586W registered?

NKL 586W is a 1981 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 27 February 1981.

Is NKL 586W safe to buy?

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