MOT Status
ValidMileage
17,592 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Oil leak ()
Oil leak ()
Oil leak
Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
Oil leak
Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
offside rear foot and hand brake effort/performance down
How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1600?
Based on 3,410 MOT tests across 387 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FAB 149J is a 1971 Volkswagen 1600 in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1971 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 52,302 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 FAB 149J, 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 55 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 FAB 149J?
You can check the full history of FAB 149J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was FAB 149J registered?
FAB 149J is a 1971 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 1 January 1971.
Is FAB 149J safe to buy?
The MOT history for FAB 149J shows 21 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 FAB 149J have outstanding finance?
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