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DMW 24V

1980 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,645 mi
Last recorded72,645 miles
Recorded on16 May 2008
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Jetta70,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMW 24V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2008 72,645 miles

offside front iner wing as corroshion outside prescribed area

Fail 16 May 2008 72,645 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front iner wing as corroshion outside prescribed area

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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DMW 24V is a 1980 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 70,891 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 DMW 24V, 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 46 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 DMW 24V?

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What year was DMW 24V registered?

DMW 24V is a 1980 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 17 June 1980.

Is DMW 24V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DMW 24V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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