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CSO 531D

1966 Volkswagen Unknown

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,955 mi
Last recorded45,955 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2017
Typical for 1966 Volkswagen Unknown38,767 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSO 531D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1966
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2017 45,955 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 45,954 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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CSO 531D is a 1966 Volkswagen Unknown in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1966 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 38,767 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 CSO 531D, 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 60 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CSO 531D?

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What year was CSO 531D registered?

CSO 531D is a 1966 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 7 April 1966.

Is CSO 531D safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSO 531D 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 CSO 531D have outstanding finance?

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