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XGZ 7538

1996 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2022
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

170,560 mi
Last recorded170,560 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2022
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB137,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGZ 7538
MakeVolkswagen
Model1000 Td SWB
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2022 170,560 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 167,496 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 167,290 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 161,443 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2019 161,157 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 157,318 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB?

Based on 922 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
6,378
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 37
Registration plate lamp not working 35
position lamp(s) not working 35
coil spring incomplete 30
Horn not working 29
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XGZ 7538 is a 1996 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 137,012 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XGZ 7538, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XGZ 7538?

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What year was XGZ 7538 registered?

XGZ 7538 is a 1996 Volkswagen 1000 Td SWB, first registered on 1 September 1996.

Is XGZ 7538 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGZ 7538 shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XGZ 7538 have outstanding finance?

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