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EOU 153K

1972 Volkswagen 1600

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,367 mi
Last recorded16,367 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen 160042,412 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEOU 153K
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 16,367 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 16,316 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 62,130 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 62,110 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 62,110 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 61,980 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 61,931 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 61,930 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 61,931 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight play in steering

Fail 29 Mar 2012 61,930 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

slight play in steering

Pass 8 Jul 2010 61,357 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges.

slight movement in steering damper bush.

Pass 28 May 2009 61,221 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 61,220 miles

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2008 60,155 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 60,155 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 58,385 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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EOU 153K is a 1972 Volkswagen 1600 in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 42,412 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EOU 153K, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EOU 153K registered?

EOU 153K is a 1972 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 7 February 1972.

Is EOU 153K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EOU 153K shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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