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EIA 472

1971 Volkswagen 1300

Blue Other 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2024
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,611 mi
Last recorded91,611 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2023
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen 130065,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEIA 472
MakeVolkswagen
Model1300
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 2 Mar 2023 91,611 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 91,329 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 91,094 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1300?

Based on 685 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
791
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 58
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 57
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 42
Horn not working 34
Headlamp aim too high 31
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EIA 472 is a 1971 Volkswagen 1300 in Blue with a 1,300cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 65,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1300 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EIA 472, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EIA 472?

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What year was EIA 472 registered?

EIA 472 is a 1971 Volkswagen 1300, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is EIA 472 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EIA 472 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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