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F198 XPR

1989 Volkswagen Lt

White Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2011
Tests14 (6 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

162,233 mi
Last recorded162,233 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2010
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Lt137,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF198 XPR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 8 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2010 162,233 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 162,233 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 161,798 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 161,798 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

engine as an excessive oil leak

Fail 15 Aug 2008 160,551 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

hand brake has travel

nearside front flexi brake pipe temporary braket fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2008 160,551 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

hand brake has travel

nearside front flexi brake pipe temporary braket fitted

Fail 24 Jul 2008 160,483 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 17 Jul 2008 160,166 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 158,816 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 158,795 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.6d)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 157,886 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 157,867 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2005 157,113 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2005 157,093 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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F198 XPR is a 1989 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 137,170 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 Lt fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F198 XPR, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F198 XPR registered?

F198 XPR is a 1989 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 2 May 1989.

Is F198 XPR safe to buy?

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