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DNP 239H

2012 Volkswagen 1600

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

5,171 mi
Last recorded5,171 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNP 239H
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2018 5,171 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases o/s and n/s joints (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel pipe chafing steering mechanism chaffing fuel pipes slightly,, recommend attention (6.1.3 (c) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive minor (8.4.1 (a) (i))

RUBY is in lovely condition

Side repeater slightly discoloured o/s and n/s (4.4.3 (a))

front suspension height low

o/s/f tyre, worn slightly on inner edge

Fail 16 Aug 2018 5,171 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases o/s and n/s joints (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel pipe chafing steering mechanism chaffing fuel pipes slightly,, recommend attention (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive minor (8.4.1 (a) (i))

RUBY is in lovely condition

Shock absorbers insecurely attached o/s and n/s rear (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured o/s and n/s (4.4.3 (a))

Steering locking device missing n/s inner track rod end nut (2.1.3 (d))

Steering locking device missing n/s outer track rod end nut (2.1.3 (d))

front suspension height low

o/s/f tyre, worn slightly on inner edge

Pass 7 Sep 2017 3,133 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 2,509 miles

handbrake has poor effort

Fail 11 Jul 2016 2,507 miles

Front Front suspension locking device ineffective both lower shock absorber nuts (2.5.A.4)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

handbrake has poor effort

Pass 4 Aug 2015 2,053 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 1,805 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 1,804 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2013 741 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 5 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1600?

Based on 3,410 MOT tests across 387 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
1,092
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
387
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 203
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 146
position lamp(s) not working 119
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 118
Headlamp aim too low 96
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DNP 239H is a 2012 Volkswagen 1600 in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1600 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 203 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DNP 239H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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DNP 239H is a 2012 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 16 April 2012.

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