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BLH 616S

1983 Volkswagen Unknown

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,958 mi
Last recorded30,958 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Unknown63,907 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLH 616S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 30,958 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

no rear seats fitted

Fail 1 Oct 2018 30,958 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

no rear seats fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2016 30,942 miles

Nearside Rear wheel slightly binding

some play in steering idler on front axle

Fail 1 Nov 2016 30,937 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped front to rear (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis x 2 (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel slightly binding

some play in steering idler on front axle

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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BLH 616S is a 1983 Volkswagen Unknown in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 63,907 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 BLH 616S, 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 43 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 BLH 616S registered?

BLH 616S is a 1983 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 2 November 1983.

Is BLH 616S safe to buy?

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