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WGD 136W

1981 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,907 mi
Last recorded52,907 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2007
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Jetta77,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGD 136W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2007 52,907 miles

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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WGD 136W is a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WGD 136W, 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 WGD 136W?

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What year was WGD 136W registered?

WGD 136W is a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is WGD 136W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGD 136W shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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