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VAC 332X

1981 Volkswagen Derby

Red Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

61,774 mi
Last recorded61,774 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2006
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Derby55,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAC 332X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDerby
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Jul 2006 61,774 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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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VAC 332X is a 1981 Volkswagen Derby in Red with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VAC 332X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VAC 332X registered?

VAC 332X is a 1981 Volkswagen Derby, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is VAC 332X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAC 332X shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VAC 332X have outstanding finance?

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