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P260 MOW

1997 Volkswagen Vento

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

205,209 mi
Last recorded205,209 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Vento106,706 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP260 MOW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVento
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2009 205,209 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

advise front brake discs slighty worn and rusty

advise sill covers fitted

advise slight play in both front top shocker mounts

Fail 6 Apr 2009 205,209 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

advise front brake discs slighty worn and rusty

advise sill covers fitted

advise slight play in both front top shocker mounts

Pass 31 Mar 2008 187,994 miles

n/s o/s lower suspention arm rear bushes slightly breaking away and splitting

n/s o/s rear tyres bald on inner and outer edges

Fail 17 Mar 2008 187,562 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s o/s lower suspention arm rear bushes slightly breaking away and splitting

n/s o/s rear tyres bald on inner and outer edges

Pass 26 Mar 2007 162,881 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 21 Mar 2007 162,428 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 138,729 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 138,710 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Engine Management light illuminated

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Slight play in both rear wheel bearings

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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P260 MOW is a 1997 Volkswagen Vento in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P260 MOW, 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.

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P260 MOW is a 1997 Volkswagen Vento, first registered on 7 March 1997.

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