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F288 LDV

1989 Volkswagen Lt

White Petrol 2384cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

100,719 mi
Last recorded100,719 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2012
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Lt137,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF288 LDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,384cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2012 100,719 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 100,383 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 99,167 miles

Centre Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Centre Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 98,073 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear step partially coroded.

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 96,495 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 95,280 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2006 94,181 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2006 94,181 miles

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

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

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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F288 LDV is a 1989 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,384cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 F288 LDV, 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 F288 LDV registered?

F288 LDV is a 1989 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 3 April 1989.

Is F288 LDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F288 LDV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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