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C783 VLC

1986 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

202,203 mi
Last recorded202,203 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2006
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Jetta98,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC783 VLC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2006 202,203 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 202,303 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Pass 22 Oct 2005 194,556 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2005 194,556 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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C783 VLC is a 1986 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C783 VLC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C783 VLC?

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What year was C783 VLC registered?

C783 VLC is a 1986 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 3 February 1986.

Is C783 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C783 VLC shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C783 VLC have outstanding finance?

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