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E261 BHS

1988 Volkswagen Jetta

White Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,352 mi
Last recorded44,352 miles
Recorded on12 May 2007
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Jetta109,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE261 BHS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2007 44,352 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 44,172 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 May 2006 38,169 miles

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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E261 BHS is a 1988 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 E261 BHS, 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 E261 BHS?

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What year was E261 BHS registered?

E261 BHS is a 1988 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 May 1988.

Is E261 BHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E261 BHS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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