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E918 XMJ

1987 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,625 mi
Last recorded94,625 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2009
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Lt119,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE918 XMJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2009 94,625 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 94,373 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 94,363 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2007 94,106 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 93,835 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 93,225 miles

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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E918 XMJ is a 1987 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 119,550 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 E918 XMJ, 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 39 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E918 XMJ?

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What year was E918 XMJ registered?

E918 XMJ is a 1987 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 11 August 1987.

Is E918 XMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E918 XMJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E918 XMJ have outstanding finance?

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