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CNX 986J

1971 Volkswagen Variant

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

14,821 mi
Last recorded14,821 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2014
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Variant45,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNX 986J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVariant
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2014 14,821 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

both sides niddle floor rusting

Pass 8 Apr 2013 14,323 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 13,402 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 14 Mar 2012 13,402 miles

Nearside Front Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 11,919 miles

N/s/f slight corrosion near suspension mounting

Fail 21 Apr 2011 118,938 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

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

N/s/f slight corrosion near suspension mounting

Pass 15 Oct 2009 11,072 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 110,667 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 9,973 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 9,328 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Variant?

Based on 1,684 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
766
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 124
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
position lamp(s) not working 60
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
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CNX 986J is a 1971 Volkswagen Variant in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Variant models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 45,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Variant fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CNX 986J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Variant typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Variant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CNX 986J registered?

CNX 986J is a 1971 Volkswagen Variant, first registered on 7 May 1971.

Is CNX 986J safe to buy?

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