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W138 MBT

2000 Volkswagen Lt

Yellow Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

107,851 mi
Last recorded107,851 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Lt139,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW138 MBT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 107,851 miles

oil leak

Fail 15 Feb 2016 107,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front disc warped

brake warning light on

oil leak

travel in footbrake

Pass 12 Feb 2015 99,284 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 92,228 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 86,501 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 86,501 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

o/s wiper worn

Pass 2 Jul 2012 83,254 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 83,156 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 7 Jun 2010 81,648 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 81,648 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 76,326 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 76,322 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 62,945 miles

n/s/f tyre on limit on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Jun 2007 57,208 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 51,497 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 51,497 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jun 2005 42,155 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lt?

Based on 549,592 MOT tests across 45,159 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
6,396
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
45,159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51,116
position lamp(s) not working 19,926
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,126
Stop lamp not working 18,682
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 15,828
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W138 MBT is a 2000 Volkswagen Lt in Yellow with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 139,108 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Lt fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W138 MBT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Lt typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 26 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W138 MBT?

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What year was W138 MBT registered?

W138 MBT is a 2000 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W138 MBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W138 MBT shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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