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S137 TWX

1999 Volkswagen Lt

Grey Diesel 2798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

240,230 mi
Last recorded240,230 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2012
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Lt145,169 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS137 TWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2012 240,230 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 240,226 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 231,602 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 221,480 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 221,480 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 211,195 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 200,785 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 187,475 miles

n/s seatbelt clip incomplete †n/s mirror broken and sharp †chips in screen

Pass 23 Jun 2006 174,794 miles

offside and nearside rear hub oil seals leaking

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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S137 TWX is a 1999 Volkswagen Lt in Grey with a 2,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 145,169 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S137 TWX, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S137 TWX registered?

S137 TWX is a 1999 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 5 January 1999.

Is S137 TWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S137 TWX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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