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MGY 280W

1980 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2259cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

18 mi
Last recorded18 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2009
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Lt72,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGY 280W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,259cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2009 18 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

slight corrosion outer panels

Fail 13 Jun 2009 18 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

slight corrosion outer panels

Pass 26 Jul 2008 66,474 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 12 Jul 2008 66,474 miles

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

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 66,474 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

drivers door mirror cracked

Pass 6 Jul 2006 66,474 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 66,474 miles

Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

O/S MIRROR CRACKED

oil leak

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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MGY 280W is a 1980 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,259cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MGY 280W, 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 MGY 280W registered?

MGY 280W is a 1980 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 15 October 1980.

Is MGY 280W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGY 280W shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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