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PIL 4511

1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,502 mi
Last recorded60,502 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB150,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPIL 4511
MakeVolkswagen
Model1000 Td SWB
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2018 60,502 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB?

Based on 922 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
6,378
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 37
Registration plate lamp not working 35
position lamp(s) not working 35
coil spring incomplete 30
Horn not working 29
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PIL 4511 is a 1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 150,362 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PIL 4511, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of PIL 4511?

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What year was PIL 4511 registered?

PIL 4511 is a 1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB, first registered on 5 May 1998.

Is PIL 4511 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PIL 4511 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PIL 4511 have outstanding finance?

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