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R218 DJV

1998 Volkswagen Vento

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

132,453 mi
Last recorded132,453 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Vento107,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR218 DJV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVento
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2015 132,453 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 132,453 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 123,372 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 113,313 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 97,872 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 89,053 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear axle bushes in poor condition

unable to see inner front brake pad thickness

Pass 22 Jun 2009 79,493 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

engine oil level on minimum mark.

Fail 15 Jun 2009 79,301 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

anti roll bar drop link rubbers worn

number plates worn

rear bump stops split

Pass 12 Jun 2008 65,546 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s rear tyre going out of shape

o/s front lower suspension arm rear bush deteriorating

Pass 11 Jun 2007 47,195 miles

n/s & o/s front tyres wearing badly on inner edges

o/s rear brake pipe to flexy corroding

Pass 15 Jun 2006 33,035 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 33,034 miles

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

Brake pipe to off side rear flexible hose is showing signs of corrosion.

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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R218 DJV is a 1998 Volkswagen Vento in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Vento models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 107,962 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 R218 DJV, 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 28 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 R218 DJV registered?

R218 DJV is a 1998 Volkswagen Vento, first registered on 22 January 1998.

Is R218 DJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R218 DJV shows 12 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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