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P909 DRB

1996 Volkswagen Vento

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

135,077 mi
Last recorded135,077 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2015
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Vento107,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP909 DRB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVento
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2015 135,077 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 130,485 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 126,555 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 122,896 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 117,989 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 116,947 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 112,566 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 112,566 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 106,894 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 99,069 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 84,487 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 71,180 miles

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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P909 DRB is a 1996 Volkswagen Vento in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Vento models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 107,091 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P909 DRB, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Vento is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P909 DRB registered?

P909 DRB is a 1996 Volkswagen Vento, first registered on 10 September 1996.

Is P909 DRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P909 DRB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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