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SBZ 8959

1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2022
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

129,035 mi
Last recorded129,035 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2021
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB150,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBZ 8959
MakeVolkswagen
Model1000 Td SWB
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2021 129,035 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 128,791 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 191,097 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 191,062 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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SBZ 8959 is a 1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 150,362 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 1000 Td SWB fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SBZ 8959, 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 28 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 SBZ 8959?

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What year was SBZ 8959 registered?

SBZ 8959 is a 1998 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is SBZ 8959 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBZ 8959 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SBZ 8959 have outstanding finance?

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