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MKW 228W

1980 Volkswagen Lt

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2021
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32,094 mi
Last recorded32,094 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2020
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Lt72,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKW 228W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2020 32,094 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 25,423 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear leaf springs weakened

wipers poor ( std )

Fail 18 Mar 2019 25,422 miles

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted corner cover missing (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake drum contaminated oil / fluid leaking from drum (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted corner cover missing (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned fitted to nearside (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear leaf springs weakened

wipers poor ( std )

Fail 8 Mar 2019 25,400 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust rubber broken (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Feb 2019 25,371 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up to the right (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp interaction with indicators (4.2.3 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up to the right (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp interaction with indicators (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust rubber broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 11,337 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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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MKW 228W is a 1980 Volkswagen Lt in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 MKW 228W, 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.

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What year was MKW 228W registered?

MKW 228W is a 1980 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 11 December 1980.

Is MKW 228W safe to buy?

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