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PKY 430X

1982 Volkswagen Lt

White Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12,606 mi
Last recorded12,606 miles
Recorded on9 May 2007
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Lt61,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKY 430X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2007 12,606 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 9 May 2007 12,606 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 May 2006 9,909 miles

front step sections corroded

Fail 16 May 2006 9,905 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

spring assisters missing †leaf springs point downwards,but not touching stops

Pass 10 Jun 2005 6,855 miles

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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PKY 430X is a 1982 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.5% with a typical mileage of 61,956 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 Lt fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PKY 430X, 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 44 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 PKY 430X registered?

PKY 430X is a 1982 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 22 April 1982.

Is PKY 430X safe to buy?

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