CarVerify

Free Car Check

RLN 812W

1981 Volkswagen Lt

Green Petrol 2384cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

5,583 mi
Last recorded5,583 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Lt61,075 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLN 812W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,384cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2014 5,583 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 5,363 miles

Load area floor not fitted

Offside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Fail 3 May 2013

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Load area floor not fitted

Offside Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 2 May 2012 5,175 miles

both front steps corodded

front imbalance on limit

n/s/r inner tyre has circumferential cracking

Fail 26 Apr 2012 5,164 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

both front steps corodded

front imbalance on limit

n/s/r inner tyre has circumferential cracking

Fail 22 Mar 2012 5,129 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

chassis poor condition

exhaust poor condition

front brake discs badly pitted

front number plate poor condition

general corrosion forming on underside

nearside front door step poor condition

nearside front wheel arch/sill poor condition/corroded

nearside rear inner tyre poor condition/soft

offside front door step badly corroded

Pass 14 Feb 2011 4,959 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Rear Brake has a slight discharge of oil (3.6.E.1)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

front to rear chassis corrosion

hole in o/s/f footwell not in a prescribed area

n/s/f footwell plated from inside cab

n/s/r bumpstop deteriorating

rear draglink dust cover split

Pass 19 Dec 2009 4,786 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

both sides front brake discs rusted on inner surfaces reducing braking area - attention needed

offside front step corrodded to excess in non prescribed area

Fail 7 Dec 2009 4,775 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 4,238 miles

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

Obligatory mirrors cracked but still offer a view to rear

Fail 16 Dec 2008 4,232 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

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

Obligatory mirrors cracked but still offer a view to rear

Pass 18 Dec 2007 3,071 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside front step coroded

Fail 4 Dec 2007 3,057 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Rear Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

excessive corrosion nearside front step not within 30cm of any components

excessive corrosion offside front step not within 30cm of any components

Pass 13 Dec 2006 2,514 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 1,857 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
Full Volkswagen Lt reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RLN 812W is a 1981 Volkswagen Lt in Green with a 2,384cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 RLN 812W, 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 RLN 812W?

You can check the full history of RLN 812W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RLN 812W registered?

RLN 812W is a 1981 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 6 February 1981.

Is RLN 812W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLN 812W shows 15 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 RLN 812W have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RLN 812W. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.