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CUW 464V

1979 Volkswagen Kombi

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

30,435 mi
Last recorded30,435 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Kombi54,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUW 464V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Jul 2018 30,435 miles

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced x member/ axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2016 29,591 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 29,585 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 28,853 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 28,753 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 26,741 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 25,265 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2008 25,256 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 23,059 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2007 23,050 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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

o/s door step corroded

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Kombi?

Based on 5,583 MOT tests across 709 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
954
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 371
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 264
Stop lamp not working 221
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 218
position lamp(s) not working 153
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CUW 464V is a 1979 Volkswagen Kombi in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 54,839 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CUW 464V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Kombi typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CUW 464V registered?

CUW 464V is a 1979 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 5 October 1979.

Is CUW 464V safe to buy?

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