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A509 RES

1983 Volkswagen Lt

Red Petrol 2384cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,973 mi
Last recorded30,973 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2009
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Lt57,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA509 RES
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,384cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2009 30,973 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 30,969 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 30,715 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 30,269 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 29,550 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 28,993 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Brake rod worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

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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A509 RES is a 1983 Volkswagen Lt in Red with a 2,384cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A509 RES, 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

How do I check the history of A509 RES?

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What year was A509 RES registered?

A509 RES is a 1983 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 8 September 1983.

Is A509 RES safe to buy?

The MOT history for A509 RES 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.

Does A509 RES have outstanding finance?

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