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P256 YUB

1997 Volkswagen Lt

Silver Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

631,017 mi
Last recorded631,017 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Lt141,508 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP256 YUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2008 631,017 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 631,008 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 31 May 2007 597,244 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear of cab slightly corroded

Pass 19 May 2006 543,299 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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P256 YUB is a 1997 Volkswagen Lt in Silver with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 141,508 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 P256 YUB, 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 29 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 P256 YUB registered?

P256 YUB is a 1997 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P256 YUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P256 YUB shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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