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P388 YUD

1997 Volkswagen Lt

Grey Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Lt141,508 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP388 YUD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2013
Pass 23 May 2012 176,910 miles

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

battery inscure

o/s/f head lamp slight condensation

Fail 22 May 2012 176,910 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

battery inscure

o/s/f head lamp slight condensation

Pass 26 Feb 2008 174,937 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 174,937 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 169,410 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 169,410 miles

Nearside Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Nearside Torsion bar attachment bracket fractured (2.4.E.4b)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 160,374 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 155,211 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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P388 YUD is a 1997 Volkswagen Lt in Grey with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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

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 P388 YUD, 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 P388 YUD registered?

P388 YUD is a 1997 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is P388 YUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P388 YUD shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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