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FAX 103K

1972 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

68,905 mi
Last recorded68,905 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Transporter48,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAX 103K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 68,905 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 65,563 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 65,043 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 9 Jul 2016 65,043 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 64,582 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 11 Jul 2015 64,582 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Fail 7 Jun 2014 63,938 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 63,938 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 63,573 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 620,515 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 61,344 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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FAX 103K is a 1972 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 48,814 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAX 103K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FAX 103K registered?

FAX 103K is a 1972 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 13 June 1972.

Is FAX 103K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAX 103K shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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