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N163 CYC

1996 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2384cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

172,247 mi
Last recorded172,247 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2006
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Lt127,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN163 CYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,384cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2006 172,247 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 172,236 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s mirror glass cracked

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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N163 CYC is a 1996 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,384cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 N163 CYC, 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 N163 CYC?

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What year was N163 CYC registered?

N163 CYC is a 1996 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 14 February 1996.

Is N163 CYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N163 CYC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N163 CYC have outstanding finance?

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