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FEH 847

1998 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

251,970 mi
Last recorded251,970 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Lt145,354 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEH 847
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2013 251,970 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 19 Aug 2013 251,970 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear Loading door cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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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FEH 847 is a 1998 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 145,354 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 FEH 847, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FEH 847 registered?

FEH 847 is a 1998 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is FEH 847 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEH 847 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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