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FAA 864K

1972 Volkswagen 1600

Blue Petrol 2056cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,946 mi
Last recorded21,946 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen 160042,412 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAA 864K
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,056cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 21,946 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 21,057 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 20,182 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 19,194 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 18,450 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 17,551 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 16,883 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 15,567 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 14,627 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 13,898 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 12,836 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 11,223 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 9,966 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 8,864 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 7,915 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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FAA 864K is a 1972 Volkswagen 1600 in Blue with a 2,056cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FAA 864K, 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

How do I check the history of FAA 864K?

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What year was FAA 864K registered?

FAA 864K is a 1972 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 14 March 1972.

Is FAA 864K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAA 864K shows 15 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 FAA 864K have outstanding finance?

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