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R295 VRJ

1997 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

191,476 mi
Last recorded191,476 miles
Recorded on13 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB138,641 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR295 VRJ
MakeVolkswagen
Model1000 Td SWB
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2009 191,476 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 182,856 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 168,526 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2007 168,526 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 163,337 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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R295 VRJ is a 1997 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 138,641 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 R295 VRJ, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R295 VRJ?

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What year was R295 VRJ registered?

R295 VRJ is a 1997 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R295 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R295 VRJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R295 VRJ have outstanding finance?

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