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RBD 642V

1980 Volkswagen Derby

Blue Petrol 1093cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,772 mi
Last recorded91,772 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2022
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Derby65,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBD 642V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDerby
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,093cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2022 91,772 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 71,147 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 70,186 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

fuel tank rusty

rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2006 69,326 miles

corrosion to o/s and n/s rear wheel arches

fuel tank very rusty

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Derby?

Based on 1,098 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
5,320
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 28
Registration plate lamp not working 25
coil spring broken 21
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RBD 642V is a 1980 Volkswagen Derby in Blue with a 1,093cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Derby models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 65,489 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Derby fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RBD 642V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Derby typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Volkswagen Derby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RBD 642V?

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What year was RBD 642V registered?

RBD 642V is a 1980 Volkswagen Derby, first registered on 1 July 1980.

Is RBD 642V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBD 642V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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