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R843 VLW

1997 Carbodies Taxi

Black Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

217,977 mi
Last recorded217,977 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Carbodies Taxi291,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR843 VLW
MakeCarbodies
ModelTaxi
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 May 2013 217,977 miles

How Reliable is the Carbodies Taxi?

Based on 451 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
1,677
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 26
fog lamp not working 25
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 23
Stop lamp not working 20
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R843 VLW is a 1997 Carbodies Taxi in Black with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Carbodies Taxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.1% with a typical mileage of 291,990 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Carbodies Taxi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R843 VLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Carbodies Taxi typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Carbodies Taxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R843 VLW registered?

R843 VLW is a 1997 Carbodies Taxi, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R843 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R843 VLW 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.

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