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1996 Volkswagen 1.0L Petrol · N488 AKO

N488 AKO

1996 Volkswagen (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 1996. MOT expired on 07 Feb 2013.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN
Year / Origin
1996 · Newcastle
Safety Recall
—
MOT Status
Expired on 07 Feb 2013
Road Tax
Untaxed (01 Feb 2013)
Recorded Mileage
—
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 07 Feb 2013
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 01 Feb 2013
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1996
Engine
1043cc
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N488 AKO Key Findings

  • No MOT test records found for this registration
  • MOT expired on 07/02/2013

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MOT Status

No MOT history available

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Technical Specifications

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
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MOT Status

No MOT history available

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