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S143 BNV

1999 Volkswagen Lt

Grey Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

183,586 mi
Last recorded183,586 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2009
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Lt145,169 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS143 BNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Nov 2009 183,586 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 183,586 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 175,981 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 174,156 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2006 151,600 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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S143 BNV is a 1999 Volkswagen Lt in Grey with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S143 BNV, 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

How do I check the history of S143 BNV?

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What year was S143 BNV registered?

S143 BNV is a 1999 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S143 BNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S143 BNV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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