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KGR 154T

1978 Volkswagen Lt

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,131 mi
Last recorded4,131 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Lt65,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGR 154T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2016 4,131 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 4,032 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 3,972 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 3,966 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front number plate slightly damaged but ok

Pass 9 Aug 2013 3,903 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

all front brake pipes slightly corroded

body very heavily corroded and holed in some areas but not within 30cm of any suspension or body mounts

front number plate has small crack across letters but ok

offside front brake binding slightly

Fail 31 Jul 2013 3,897 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all front brake pipes slightly corroded

body very heavily corroded and holed in some areas but not within 30cm of any suspension or body mounts

front number plate has small crack across letters but ok

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 10 Jul 2012 3,718 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

brake pipes covered in grease

Pass 1 Aug 2011 3,539 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both front seats have slight play in there fixings

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2010 3,297 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both front seats have slight play in there fixings

Pass 2 Sep 2009 2,970 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre slightly scrubbed on outer sidewall

Pass 3 Sep 2008 2,762 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 2,762 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 2,530 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 1,200 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 1,200 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2005 99,796 miles

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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KGR 154T is a 1978 Volkswagen Lt in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 65,245 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 KGR 154T, 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 48 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 KGR 154T registered?

KGR 154T is a 1978 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is KGR 154T safe to buy?

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