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FFV 165D

1966 Volkswagen 1300

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,270 mi
Last recorded99,270 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 1966 Volkswagen 130069,377 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFV 165D
MakeVolkswagen
Model1300
Year1966
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 99,270 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 99,045 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 85,354 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 79,774 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 79,774 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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FFV 165D is a 1966 Volkswagen 1300 in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1966 Volkswagen 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.5% with a typical mileage of 69,377 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 FFV 165D, 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 60 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 FFV 165D?

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What year was FFV 165D registered?

FFV 165D is a 1966 Volkswagen 1300, first registered on 1 May 1966.

Is FFV 165D safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFV 165D shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FFV 165D have outstanding finance?

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