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C310 JGL

1986 Volkswagen Jetta

Gold Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2022
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,289 mi
Last recorded160,289 miles
Recorded on23 May 2021
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Jetta98,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC310 JGL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 23 May 2021 160,289 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 160,243 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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C310 JGL is a 1986 Volkswagen Jetta in Gold with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 98,133 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C310 JGL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 40 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C310 JGL registered?

C310 JGL is a 1986 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 18 June 1986.

Is C310 JGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C310 JGL shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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