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GNH 223B

1985 Volkswagen Jetta

Beige Diesel 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,196 mi
Last recorded91,196 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Jetta83,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNH 223B
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 91,196 miles

Vehicle has been modified

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2017 74,438 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 74,425 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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GNH 223B is a 1985 Volkswagen Jetta in Beige with a 1,570cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 83,467 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 Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GNH 223B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 41 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GNH 223B?

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What year was GNH 223B registered?

GNH 223B is a 1985 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is GNH 223B safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNH 223B shows 3 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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