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WPL 299S

1978 Volkswagen Derby

Yellow Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

64,009 mi
Last recorded64,009 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPL 299S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDerby
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Jan 2006 64,009 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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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WPL 299S is a 1978 Volkswagen Derby in Yellow with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 WPL 299S, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Derby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WPL 299S registered?

WPL 299S is a 1978 Volkswagen Derby, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is WPL 299S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPL 299S shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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