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DPY 412L

1973 Volkswagen Variant

Yellow Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,162 mi
Last recorded91,162 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Variant51,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPY 412L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVariant
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2018 91,162 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 90,721 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 90,592 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 90,042 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 90,006 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 89,612 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 89,338 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 89,183 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 88,646 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 88,356 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 87,615 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 86,517 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Variant?

Based on 1,684 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
766
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 124
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
position lamp(s) not working 60
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
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DPY 412L is a 1973 Volkswagen Variant in Yellow with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Variant models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 51,538 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Variant fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DPY 412L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Variant typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Variant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DPY 412L?

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What year was DPY 412L registered?

DPY 412L is a 1973 Volkswagen Variant, first registered on 1 April 1973.

Is DPY 412L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPY 412L shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DPY 412L have outstanding finance?

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