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LAZ 7216

1996 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,799 mi
Last recorded115,799 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB137,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAZ 7216
MakeVolkswagen
Model1000 Td SWB
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 115,799 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2025 115,665 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 113,830 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 113,589 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 111,621 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2022 110,491 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB?

Based on 922 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
6,378
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 37
Registration plate lamp not working 35
position lamp(s) not working 35
coil spring incomplete 30
Horn not working 29
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LAZ 7216 is a 1996 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 137,012 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LAZ 7216, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LAZ 7216?

You can check the full history of LAZ 7216 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LAZ 7216 registered?

LAZ 7216 is a 1996 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB, first registered on 19 August 1996.

Is LAZ 7216 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAZ 7216 shows 6 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.

Does LAZ 7216 have outstanding finance?

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