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A11 VKL

1986 Volkswagen Unknown

Green Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,763 mi
Last recorded2,763 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 VKL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 2,763 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 829 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 569 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 225 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

under trays preventing full inspection of underside components

Fail 29 Nov 2021 225 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

under trays preventing full inspection of underside components

Pass 15 Oct 2019 29,804 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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A11 VKL is a 1986 Volkswagen Unknown in Green with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A11 VKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 40 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A11 VKL registered?

A11 VKL is a 1986 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 1 January 1986.

Is A11 VKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 VKL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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