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E195 PFX

1988 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,710 mi
Last recorded111,710 miles
Recorded on16 May 2005
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Jetta109,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE195 PFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 May 2005 111,710 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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E195 PFX is a 1988 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 109,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E195 PFX, 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 38 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 E195 PFX?

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What year was E195 PFX registered?

E195 PFX is a 1988 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 17 March 1988.

Is E195 PFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E195 PFX shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E195 PFX have outstanding finance?

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