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LAL 598W

1980 Volkswagen Lt

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

95,425 mi
Last recorded95,425 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Lt72,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAL 598W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 95,425 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases lower rear bolt on manifold broken/missing (6.1.2 (a))

slight engine oil leak to top of engine

surface corrosion to some ares of bodywork

undersides of both cab steps corroded and holed - outside prescribed ares

Fail 3 Aug 2020 95,425 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both rear bump stops deteriorated and broken up

rear lower bolt on exhaust manifold broken off/missing

slight engine oil leak from top of engine

surface corrosion to some areas of bodywork

under sides of both cab steps corroded and holed - outside prescribed areas

Pass 23 Aug 2019 95,160 miles

Coolant leak suspect water pump ()

Nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both front wipers smearing slightly

both rear bump stops deteriorated and broken up

slight engine oil leak

underside of both cab steps corroded and holed - checker plate over the top - outside prescribed areas

Fail 12 Aug 2019 95,160 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam stalk hits steering wheel preventing main beam from staying on (4.1.3 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt on steering arm where drop arm attaches (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt on steering arm where drop arm attaches (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached bracket loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak suspect water pump ()

Nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both front wipers smearing slightly

both rear bump stops deteriorated and broken up

slight engine oil leak

underside of both cab steps corroded and holed - checker plate over the top - outside prescribed areas

Pass 29 Aug 2018 82,497 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive gearbox & diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect & o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside cab step corrosion

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

hazard lights inop

Fail 23 Aug 2018 82,489 miles

Central Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/s & o/s (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fluid leak, but not excessive gearbox & diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect & o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside cab step corrosion

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

hazard lights inop

Pass 30 Sep 2017 80,591 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 80,577 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 80,527 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 79,820 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 79,755 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 May 2013 79,755 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Centre Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 May 2012 79,755 miles

cracks to outer sidewalls of all 4 tyres

Pass 9 May 2011 79,755 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 79,689 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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LAL 598W is a 1980 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 72,346 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 LAL 598W, 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 46 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 LAL 598W registered?

LAL 598W is a 1980 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 4 September 1980.

Is LAL 598W safe to buy?

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