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VHA 44X

1981 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Petrol 1457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

175,046 mi
Last recorded175,046 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Jetta77,495 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHA 44X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,457cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 175,046 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 171,562 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded two pipes at front (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak at engine ()

Fail 2 Oct 2017 171,562 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded two pipes at front (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak at engine ()

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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VHA 44X is a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 77,495 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 Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VHA 44X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 45 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VHA 44X?

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What year was VHA 44X registered?

VHA 44X is a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 4 September 1981.

Is VHA 44X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHA 44X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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