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AKO 368K

1971 Volkswagen Unknown

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2018
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,638 mi
Last recorded43,638 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Unknown43,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKO 368K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Dec 2017 43,638 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2016

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

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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AKO 368K is a 1971 Volkswagen Unknown in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 43,909 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AKO 368K, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AKO 368K?

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What year was AKO 368K registered?

AKO 368K is a 1971 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 6 September 1971.

Is AKO 368K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKO 368K shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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