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P51 NHK

1997 Volkswagen Lt

Grey Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

263,301 mi
Last recorded263,301 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Lt141,508 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP51 NHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2011 263,301 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 263,301 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 Jun 2010 260,932 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 260,932 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 258,507 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 256,073 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 252,859 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 252,859 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 May 2006 246,078 miles
Pass 21 May 2005 226,245 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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P51 NHK is a 1997 Volkswagen Lt in Grey with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P51 NHK, 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 P51 NHK?

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What year was P51 NHK registered?

P51 NHK is a 1997 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 13 June 1997.

Is P51 NHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P51 NHK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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