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N630 LCV

1996 Volkswagen Vento

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

56,583 mi
Last recorded56,583 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2014
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Vento107,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN630 LCV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVento
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2014 56,583 miles

advises slight damp patch on offside and nearside front shocks

Pass 16 Jan 2014 55,501 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 55,501 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Dec 2012 54,387 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 22 Dec 2011 51,400 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 51,400 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 49,132 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 49,132 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 46,603 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 46,603 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2009 44,939 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2008 43,915 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 42,903 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Vento?

Based on 47,308 MOT tests across 7,866 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
5,331
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
7,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,776
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,103
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,062
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,658
wheel bearing has excessive play 1,535
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N630 LCV is a 1996 Volkswagen Vento in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Vento models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 107,091 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Vento fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,776 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N630 LCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Vento typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Volkswagen Vento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N630 LCV registered?

N630 LCV is a 1996 Volkswagen Vento, first registered on 27 June 1996.

Is N630 LCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N630 LCV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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