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E2 OVT

1988 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,268 mi
Last recorded75,268 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Jetta109,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE2 OVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 75,268 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 65,480 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 79,983 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 69,882 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 68,254 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 68,254 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s/r door handle broken

Pass 5 Apr 2008 64,859 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 56,753 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2007 56,753 miles

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 49,886 miles

Both front shock absorber top mounts slightly worn.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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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E2 OVT is a 1988 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E2 OVT, 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

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What year was E2 OVT registered?

E2 OVT is a 1988 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 25 February 1988.

Is E2 OVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E2 OVT shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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