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SHD 257T

1979 Volkswagen Lt

Purple Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

71,025 mi
Last recorded71,025 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2008
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Lt61,796 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHD 257T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1979
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2008 71,025 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 71,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SHD 257T is a 1979 Volkswagen Lt in Purple with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 61,796 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 SHD 257T, 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 47 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 SHD 257T?

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What year was SHD 257T registered?

SHD 257T is a 1979 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 12 April 1979.

Is SHD 257T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHD 257T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHD 257T have outstanding finance?

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