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B126 AFJ

1985 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2384cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

38,195 mi
Last recorded38,195 miles
Recorded on20 May 2006
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Lt54,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB126 AFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,384cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 May 2006 38,195 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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B126 AFJ is a 1985 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,384cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 54,842 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 Lt fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B126 AFJ, 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 41 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 B126 AFJ registered?

B126 AFJ is a 1985 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B126 AFJ safe to buy?

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