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BUS 839S

1978 Volkswagen Lt

White Petrol 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,989 mi
Last recorded3,989 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2014
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Lt65,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUS 839S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2014 3,989 miles

nearside body has corrosion

offside body has corrosion

offside front wheel arch corroded

offside rear lower pannel corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2013 3,745 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 3,489 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 3,413 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 2,858 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 2,387 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 1,470 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006
Pass 7 Dec 2005 97,976 miles

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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BUS 839S is a 1978 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 65,245 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 BUS 839S, 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 48 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 BUS 839S?

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What year was BUS 839S registered?

BUS 839S is a 1978 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 9 June 1978.

Is BUS 839S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUS 839S shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BUS 839S have outstanding finance?

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