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CPA 532Y

1983 Volkswagen Unknown

Grey Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

82,814 mi
Last recorded82,814 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2022
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Unknown63,907 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPA 532Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2022 82,814 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2022 82,814 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 81,387 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2020 80,610 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 79,474 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 79,474 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 78,339 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 78,330 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 77,503 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 77,031 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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CPA 532Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Unknown in Grey with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 CPA 532Y, 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

How do I check the history of CPA 532Y?

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What year was CPA 532Y registered?

CPA 532Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 13 July 1983.

Is CPA 532Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPA 532Y shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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