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WNH 187W

1981 Volkswagen Derby

Silver Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,707 mi
Last recorded30,707 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2009
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Derby55,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNH 187W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDerby
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2009 30,707 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 30,261 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 30,162 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 30,161 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Derby?

Based on 1,098 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
5,320
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 28
Registration plate lamp not working 25
coil spring broken 21
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WNH 187W is a 1981 Volkswagen Derby in Silver with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Derby models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 55,908 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Derby fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WNH 187W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Derby typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Volkswagen Derby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WNH 187W?

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What year was WNH 187W registered?

WNH 187W is a 1981 Volkswagen Derby, first registered on 12 March 1981.

Is WNH 187W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNH 187W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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