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N196 HBF

1996 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2384cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,429 mi
Last recorded127,429 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Lt127,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN196 HBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,384cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 127,429 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2024 127,429 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 May 2023 124,276 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 114,758 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 114,758 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 110,562 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 110,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2015 110,154 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 108,876 miles

no bump stop rubbers fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2013 106,248 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 106,248 miles

Steering column shaft locking device missing (2.1.6)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 104,989 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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N196 HBF is a 1996 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,384cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N196 HBF, 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

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What year was N196 HBF registered?

N196 HBF is a 1996 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 16 April 1996.

Is N196 HBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N196 HBF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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