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LOI 2593

1997 Volkswagen Vento

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,784 mi
Last recorded77,784 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Vento106,706 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOI 2593
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVento
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2011 77,784 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 72,614 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 68,044 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 68,044 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 65,319 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 61,982 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Vento?

Based on 47,308 MOT tests across 7,866 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
5,331
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
7,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,776
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,103
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,062
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,658
wheel bearing has excessive play 1,535
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LOI 2593 is a 1997 Volkswagen Vento in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Vento models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 106,706 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Vento fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,776 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LOI 2593, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Vento typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Volkswagen Vento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LOI 2593?

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What year was LOI 2593 registered?

LOI 2593 is a 1997 Volkswagen Vento, first registered on 16 October 1997.

Is LOI 2593 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOI 2593 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LOI 2593 have outstanding finance?

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