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CNW 782J

1971 Volkswagen 1300

Grey Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

86,780 mi
Last recorded86,780 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen 130065,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNW 782J
MakeVolkswagen
Model1300
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 86,780 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 86,701 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 86,170 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2012 85,657 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 85,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 84,868 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 84,706 miles

Head lamps fitted with Kick Off to Right Hand .

Pass 11 Jun 2009 83,233 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 83,214 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1300?

Based on 685 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
791
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 58
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 57
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 42
Horn not working 34
Headlamp aim too high 31
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CNW 782J is a 1971 Volkswagen 1300 in Grey with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 65,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1300 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CNW 782J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CNW 782J?

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What year was CNW 782J registered?

CNW 782J is a 1971 Volkswagen 1300, first registered on 20 April 1971.

Is CNW 782J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNW 782J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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