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MK04 NJN

2004 Volkswagen Derby

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

119,843 mi
Last recorded119,843 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Derby76,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK04 NJN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDerby
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 30 Sep 2022 119,843 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive possible drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general under body corrosion

Pass 23 Sep 2021 116,547 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 115,011 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 115,007 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 112,109 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 112,109 miles

Bonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently catch and secondary catch (3.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 108,729 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 104,954 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 104,930 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 95,552 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 89,220 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 14 Apr 2015 89,220 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 85,110 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 79,020 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 17 Aug 2012 72,320 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 64,410 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 56,673 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 56,673 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre getting low and out of shape

Pass 19 Aug 2009 48,339 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 48,339 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2008 39,060 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 39,060 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 May 2007 29,629 miles

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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MK04 NJN is a 2004 Volkswagen Derby in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Derby models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 76,059 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 Derby fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK04 NJN, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Derby is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MK04 NJN registered?

MK04 NJN is a 2004 Volkswagen Derby, first registered on 10 March 2004.

Is MK04 NJN safe to buy?

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