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DBE 96K

1972 Volkswagen Kombi

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

96,160 mi
Last recorded96,160 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Kombi46,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBE 96K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 96,160 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 2 Aug 2025 96,160 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2017 94,983 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2017 94,983 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 94,005 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 92,454 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 91,440 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 90,235 miles

repair to front ball joint dust covers

Pass 8 Sep 2011 88,245 miles

slight stiffness in steering box

Fail 31 Aug 2011 88,212 miles

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 86,913 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 9 Sep 2010 86,913 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 85,317 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 83,673 miles

slight imbalance on rear brakes

slight knock from steering box

slight play in axle pivot

Pass 12 Jun 2007 81,451 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 81,451 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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DBE 96K is a 1972 Volkswagen Kombi in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 46,513 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 Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DBE 96K, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DBE 96K registered?

DBE 96K is a 1972 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is DBE 96K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBE 96K shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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