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CGN 385S

1978 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

2,045 mi
Last recorded2,045 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2007
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Lt65,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGN 385S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2007 2,045 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 2,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

end caps missing from rear bumpers

rear lower valance rusted

Pass 18 Jul 2006 99,658 miles

washer fluid thick consistancy †rear tyres side walls perished †wiper blades perishing †o/s seat belt buckle worn

Pass 26 Jul 2005 96,654 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2005 96,647 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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CGN 385S is a 1978 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 CGN 385S, 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 CGN 385S?

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What year was CGN 385S registered?

CGN 385S is a 1978 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 5 June 1978.

Is CGN 385S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGN 385S shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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