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L874 MBL

1994 Volkswagen Derby

White Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,958 mi
Last recorded108,958 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL874 MBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDerby
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2007 108,958 miles

Both rear tyres heavily pereshed

Oil leak

long handbrake travel

Pass 5 Oct 2005 94,076 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 94,076 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

ENGINE OIL LEAK

N/S/R SHOCK ABSORBER WEEPING

O/S STEERING RACK SLIGHT PLAY

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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L874 MBL is a 1994 Volkswagen Derby in White with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L874 MBL, 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 32 years old, this Volkswagen Derby is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L874 MBL?

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What year was L874 MBL registered?

L874 MBL is a 1994 Volkswagen Derby, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L874 MBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L874 MBL 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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