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RNN 452X

1981 Volkswagen Derby

Silver Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,254 mi
Last recorded22,254 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Derby55,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNN 452X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDerby
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 22,254 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 22,212 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 22,114 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 21,927 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 20,673 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 20,673 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 17,150 miles

normal movement in both front suspension leg upper mountings

Fail 11 Jul 2007 16,945 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 16,945 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 16,685 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 16,685 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

corrosion on brake hose ferrules

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Derby?

Based on 1,098 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
5,320
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 28
Registration plate lamp not working 25
coil spring broken 21
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RNN 452X is a 1981 Volkswagen Derby in Silver with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Derby models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 55,908 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Derby fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RNN 452X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Derby typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Volkswagen Derby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RNN 452X registered?

RNN 452X is a 1981 Volkswagen Derby, first registered on 19 August 1981.

Is RNN 452X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNN 452X shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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