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XLT 731X

1982 Volkswagen Unknown

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

47,357 mi
Last recorded47,357 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Unknown51,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLT 731X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 47,357 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 May 2019 47,357 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 47,289 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

steering rack mounting rubber bushes slight wear but not resulting in excessive movement

Fail 15 Jan 2018 47,289 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

steering rack mounting rubber bushes slight wear but not resulting in excessive movement

Pass 7 Sep 2016 47,269 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 47,269 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage corner r bumpers (6.1.C.1)

Fuel system component insecure plastic fuel pipe touching ex heat sheild (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported not fitted into mount and loose (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

brake caliper inappropriately repaired o/s rattle shim broken and loose (3.5.1n)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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XLT 731X is a 1982 Volkswagen Unknown in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 51,260 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XLT 731X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 44 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XLT 731X registered?

XLT 731X is a 1982 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is XLT 731X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLT 731X shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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