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N449 XVN

1996 Volkswagen Lt

White Diesel 2384cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,489 mi
Last recorded92,489 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2012
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Lt127,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN449 XVN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,384cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2012 92,489 miles

Nearside Front Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 90,949 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Fail 15 Sep 2011 90,949 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 86,209 miles

brake pedal feels soft but brake performance good

Pass 6 Jul 2009 85,961 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake pedal slightly soft but good readings

corrosion at o/s and n/s rearunder cab corners but not prescribed area

front bumper damaged but no sharp edges

Pass 19 Jun 2008 82,120 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

drivers door step slightly corroded

front bumper broken

Pass 19 May 2007 77,240 miles

Nearside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 20 May 2006 73,424 miles

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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N449 XVN is a 1996 Volkswagen Lt in White with a 2,384cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 N449 XVN, 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 N449 XVN registered?

N449 XVN is a 1996 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N449 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N449 XVN shows 8 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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