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P237 ONB

1997 Volkswagen Vento

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,545 mi
Last recorded151,545 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Vento106,706 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP237 ONB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVento
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2009 151,545 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 142,543 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 120,025 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 102,954 miles

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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P237 ONB is a 1997 Volkswagen Vento in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Vento models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 106,706 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 P237 ONB, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Vento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P237 ONB?

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What year was P237 ONB registered?

P237 ONB is a 1997 Volkswagen Vento, first registered on 13 May 1997.

Is P237 ONB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P237 ONB shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P237 ONB have outstanding finance?

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