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N715 GLU

1996 Volkswagen Vento

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

58,971 mi
Last recorded58,971 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2020
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Vento107,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN715 GLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVento
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2020 58,971 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 56,132 miles

suspension has been lowered

Fail 19 Sep 2018 56,132 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

suspension has been lowered

Pass 7 Aug 2017 49,427 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 49,224 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 30 Aug 2013 47,320 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 47,320 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Aug 2012 43,460 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 43,460 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2011 39,742 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 35,231 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 33,917 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2007 33,130 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 62,926 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2006 62,926 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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N715 GLU is a 1996 Volkswagen Vento in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 N715 GLU, 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 N715 GLU registered?

N715 GLU is a 1996 Volkswagen Vento, first registered on 27 April 1996.

Is N715 GLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N715 GLU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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