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PBZ 2562

1999 Volkswagen Vento

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

104,713 mi
Last recorded104,713 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBZ 2562
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVento
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2007 104,713 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Dec 2007 104,700 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 100,599 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2006 100,548 miles

Centre Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Steering component cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Dec 2005 97,226 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2005 97,226 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Vento?

Based on 47,308 MOT tests across 7,866 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
5,331
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
7,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,776
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,103
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,062
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,658
wheel bearing has excessive play 1,535
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PBZ 2562 is a 1999 Volkswagen Vento in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Vento fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,776 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PBZ 2562, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Vento typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 27 years old, this Volkswagen Vento is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PBZ 2562 registered?

PBZ 2562 is a 1999 Volkswagen Vento, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is PBZ 2562 safe to buy?

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