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R265 CVG

1998 Volkswagen Lt

Red Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

79,202 mi
Last recorded79,202 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2007
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Lt145,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR265 CVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2007 79,202 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

repairs to h/lights

Fail 13 Sep 2007 79,202 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

repairs to h/lights

Fail 11 Sep 2007 79,201 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 70,576 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 70,576 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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R265 CVG is a 1998 Volkswagen Lt in Red with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 145,354 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 R265 CVG, 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 28 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 R265 CVG registered?

R265 CVG is a 1998 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R265 CVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R265 CVG shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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