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TJN 855W

1981 Volkswagen Unknown

White Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,323 mi
Last recorded91,323 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Unknown74,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJN 855W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2021 91,323 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes / hoses covered by under seal (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle under side has been under sealed

Pass 12 Jun 2020 90,884 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 89,629 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 88,553 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Aug 2016 87,290 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 87,290 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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TJN 855W is a 1981 Volkswagen Unknown in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 74,780 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 TJN 855W, 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 45 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 TJN 855W registered?

TJN 855W is a 1981 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is TJN 855W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJN 855W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TJN 855W have outstanding finance?

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