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B229 BGH

1985 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2384cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,509 mi
Last recorded95,509 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2011
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Lt54,842 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB229 BGH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,384cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2011 95,509 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 95,349 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 95,349 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 May 2009 95,214 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 95,061 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 95,059 miles

Offside Outer Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2006 95,039 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 94,811 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2005 94,763 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Offside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Parking 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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B229 BGH is a 1985 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,384cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 B229 BGH, 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 B229 BGH registered?

B229 BGH is a 1985 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 15 February 1985.

Is B229 BGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B229 BGH shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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