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DFS 743S

1978 Volkswagen Lt

White Petrol 2259cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

190,195 mi
Last recorded190,195 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2008
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Lt65,245 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFS 743S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,259cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2008 190,195 miles

all steering joint lock nuts/split pins corroded,washer bottle insecure,n/s rear spring swinging shackle close to chassis .(spring weak)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 18,532 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 18,532 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

slight blow from exhaust tail pipe

Pass 9 Aug 2005 18,127 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings both front metal brake pipes rusty

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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DFS 743S is a 1978 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,259cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DFS 743S, 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 DFS 743S?

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What year was DFS 743S registered?

DFS 743S is a 1978 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 1 May 1978.

Is DFS 743S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFS 743S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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