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B576 XJX

1985 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

58,478 mi
Last recorded58,478 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Lt54,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB576 XJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 58,478 miles

corrosion to chassie

corrosion to rear brake ferralls

Pass 12 Jul 2014 58,478 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advise chassy corrosion not holed at this time

Pass 9 Aug 2013 58,478 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 58,478 miles

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 58,478 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 58,478 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Brake reservoir fluid level decreases after several pedal applications (3.3.C.1)

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

offside front tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 8 Jul 2011 58,478 miles

slight oil weep around steering box

Fail 29 Jun 2011 58,478 miles

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

slight oil weep around steering box

Pass 5 Jul 2010 58,478 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s/f bumper damaged

steering wheel cracked but not weakened

Fail 28 Jun 2010 58,478 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 17 Jun 2010 58,478 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Outer Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s/f bumper damaged

steering wheel cracked but not weakened

Pass 5 Oct 2007 58,478 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

front and rear suspension surfaces very rusty.

various steering parts very rusty.

Fail 28 Sep 2007 58,478 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

front and rear suspension surfaces very rusty.

various steering parts very rusty.

Pass 30 Jun 2006 80,215 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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B576 XJX is a 1985 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 B576 XJX, 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 B576 XJX registered?

B576 XJX is a 1985 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 4 February 1985.

Is B576 XJX safe to buy?

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