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GBA 30V

1979 Volkswagen Derby

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

100,459 mi
Last recorded100,459 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2019
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Derby64,073 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBA 30V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDerby
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2019 100,459 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 100,189 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 97,645 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 97,185 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 93,142 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2014 93,142 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 90,218 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 89,657 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Derby?

Based on 1,098 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
5,320
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 28
Registration plate lamp not working 25
coil spring broken 21
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GBA 30V is a 1979 Volkswagen Derby in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Derby models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 64,073 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Derby fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GBA 30V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Derby typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen Derby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GBA 30V registered?

GBA 30V is a 1979 Volkswagen Derby, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is GBA 30V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBA 30V 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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