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W518 DOP

2000 Volkswagen Lt

Grey Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

91,423 mi
Last recorded91,423 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Lt139,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW518 DOP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 91,423 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

corrosion to rear body paneling

Pass 3 Jul 2013 88,999 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear inner panels rusted

Pass 28 Jun 2012 87,232 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear inner sills rusted

slight play steering

Pass 22 Jun 2011 84,674 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 81,103 miles

h/brake travel

slight leak exhaust

Pass 12 May 2009 79,564 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 75,304 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 75,304 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 69,199 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 68,951 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 64,999 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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W518 DOP is a 2000 Volkswagen Lt in Grey with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W518 DOP, 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

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What year was W518 DOP registered?

W518 DOP is a 2000 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 22 March 2000.

Is W518 DOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W518 DOP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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