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TFN 231T

1978 Volkswagen Unknown

Beige Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,907 mi
Last recorded86,907 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFN 231T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2016 86,907 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Fail 29 Jul 2016 86,898 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when brake applied (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven 57% imbalance on service brake (3.7.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced 49% (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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TFN 231T is a 1978 Volkswagen Unknown in Beige with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TFN 231T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 48 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TFN 231T registered?

TFN 231T is a 1978 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is TFN 231T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFN 231T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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