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N122 SCG

1996 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

238,542 mi
Last recorded238,542 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2021
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Lt127,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN122 SCG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2021 238,542 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2020 238,488 miles

underbody corroded in various places

Pass 30 Apr 2018 238,420 miles

under body corroded in various places

Pass 14 Jan 2017 238,145 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015
Pass 28 Oct 2014 237,648 miles

spare wheel carrier slightley loose

underneath viechle slightley corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2013 237,634 miles

n/s/f king pin has slight play

o/s/f king pin has slight play

Pass 4 Jul 2012 236,221 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jul 2012 236,221 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 15 Jan 2011 235,269 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 232,988 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 229,879 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 224,621 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 218,444 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 215,549 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 215,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

nail in tyre

windscreen cracked but not in swept area

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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N122 SCG is a 1996 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 127,418 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N122 SCG, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N122 SCG?

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What year was N122 SCG registered?

N122 SCG is a 1996 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N122 SCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N122 SCG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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