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A473 NVX

1983 Volkswagen Lt

Red Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2013
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

60,171 mi
Last recorded60,171 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2012
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Lt57,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA473 NVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2012 60,171 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 52,969 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 47,578 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 41,348 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 32,231 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 27,172 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 23,422 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Sep 2005 21,949 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 21,949 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2005 21,938 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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A473 NVX is a 1983 Volkswagen Lt in Red with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 57,242 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A473 NVX, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A473 NVX registered?

A473 NVX is a 1983 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 13 October 1983.

Is A473 NVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A473 NVX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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