MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
190,195 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
all steering joint lock nuts/split pins corroded,washer bottle insecure,n/s rear spring swinging shackle close to chassis .(spring weak)
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
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.
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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.
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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.
Does DFS 743S have outstanding finance?
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