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RSJ 561

1998 Volkswagen Van

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,542 mi
Last recorded13,542 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2006
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Van51,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSJ 561
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVan
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2006 13,542 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Van?

Based on 3,103 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
2,083
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 142
position lamp(s) not working 111
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 97
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 87
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RSJ 561 is a 1998 Volkswagen Van in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 51,861 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RSJ 561, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Van typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 28 years old, this Volkswagen Van is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RSJ 561 registered?

RSJ 561 is a 1998 Volkswagen Van, first registered on 17 September 1998.

Is RSJ 561 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSJ 561 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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