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F287 BNG

1989 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

236,644 mi
Last recorded236,644 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2010
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Lt137,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF287 BNG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2010 236,644 miles

Centre Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2009 235,031 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 9 Mar 2009 235,022 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2008 231,410 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 231,410 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 234,451 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

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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F287 BNG is a 1989 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 F287 BNG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F287 BNG registered?

F287 BNG is a 1989 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 10 May 1989.

Is F287 BNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F287 BNG shows 6 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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