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BNH 712X

1981 Volkswagen Unknown

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2022
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,723 mi
Last recorded18,723 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Unknown74,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNH 712X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2021 18,723 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 18,184 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 17,336 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 15,977 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 15,528 miles

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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BNH 712X is a 1981 Volkswagen Unknown in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 74,780 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 BNH 712X, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BNH 712X?

You can check the full history of BNH 712X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BNH 712X registered?

BNH 712X is a 1981 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 7 August 1981.

Is BNH 712X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNH 712X shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BNH 712X have outstanding finance?

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