MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
93,893 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
corrosion on many steering and suspension parts and under body area
All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed weak (6.2.B.2)
front o/s axle beam welded
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?
Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BFJ 788L is a 1973 Volkswagen Unknown in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1973 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 44,150 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 BFJ 788L, 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 53 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of BFJ 788L?
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What year was BFJ 788L registered?
BFJ 788L is a 1973 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 1 March 1973.
Is BFJ 788L safe to buy?
The MOT history for BFJ 788L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BFJ 788L have outstanding finance?
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