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BUU 390H

1970 Volkswagen 1500

Orange Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen 150036,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUU 390H
MakeVolkswagen
Model1500
Year1970
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 1 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 1 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Rear Halfshaft securing bolt missing split pin missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Offside Rear Halfshaft securing bolt missing split pin missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1500?

Based on 5,923 MOT tests across 734 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
471
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 392
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 352
position lamp(s) not working 245
Headlamp aim too high 211
Stop lamp not working 206
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BUU 390H is a 1970 Volkswagen 1500 in Orange with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 36,322 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 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 392 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BUU 390H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this Volkswagen 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BUU 390H?

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What year was BUU 390H registered?

BUU 390H is a 1970 Volkswagen 1500, first registered on 19 June 1970.

Is BUU 390H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUU 390H 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 BUU 390H have outstanding finance?

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