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F561 PTW

1989 Volkswagen Lt

Green Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

205,273 mi
Last recorded205,273 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2006
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Lt137,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF561 PTW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2006 205,273 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.1.9)

no body fitted at time of test

Fail 1 Dec 2006 205,273 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.1.9)

light board fitted to rear with cable ties

no body fitted at time of test

not oe fuel tank fitted

slight bind on o/s/f brake

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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F561 PTW is a 1989 Volkswagen Lt in Green with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F561 PTW, 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 F561 PTW registered?

F561 PTW is a 1989 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 15 February 1989.

Is F561 PTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F561 PTW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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