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DIJ 8805

1972 Volkswagen Unknown

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,171 mi
Last recorded70,171 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Unknown39,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIJ 8805
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 70,171 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2026 70,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2019 66,885 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 65,106 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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DIJ 8805 is a 1972 Volkswagen Unknown in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 39,044 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 DIJ 8805, 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 54 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 DIJ 8805?

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What year was DIJ 8805 registered?

DIJ 8805 is a 1972 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 19 October 1972.

Is DIJ 8805 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIJ 8805 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DIJ 8805 have outstanding finance?

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