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P383 ERS

1997 Volkswagen Lt

Green Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,816 mi
Last recorded29,816 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2010
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Lt141,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP383 ERS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2010 29,816 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 26,867 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 26,867 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.8.A.4a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not in good working order (not working) (1.1.6b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.8.A.4a)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 24,638 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 21,600 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 17,826 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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P383 ERS is a 1997 Volkswagen Lt in Green with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P383 ERS, 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

How do I check the history of P383 ERS?

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What year was P383 ERS registered?

P383 ERS is a 1997 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 31 May 1997.

Is P383 ERS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P383 ERS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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