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DXZ 797

1998 Volkswagen Lt

Blue Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Lt145,354 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXZ 797
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2017

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

general body and underbody corrosion

Pass 13 Jan 2016
Fail 22 Dec 2014

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2014

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 180,044 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front and rear discs are worn

Fail 6 Jan 2014 180,044 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front and rear discs are worn

Pass 19 Dec 2011 179,556 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 176,234 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 171,323 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 164,816 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 152,665 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 143,108 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 143,108 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2005 130,387 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2005 130,387 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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DXZ 797 is a 1998 Volkswagen Lt in Blue with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 145,354 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 DXZ 797, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DXZ 797?

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What year was DXZ 797 registered?

DXZ 797 is a 1998 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is DXZ 797 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXZ 797 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DXZ 797 have outstanding finance?

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