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POD 821W

1981 Volkswagen Lt

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

69,797 mi
Last recorded69,797 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2006
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Lt61,075 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOD 821W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Apr 2006 69,797 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Axle has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Axle has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Axle has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Axle has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

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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POD 821W is a 1981 Volkswagen Lt in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 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 POD 821W, 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

How do I check the history of POD 821W?

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What year was POD 821W registered?

POD 821W is a 1981 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is POD 821W safe to buy?

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