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FKE 477Y

1983 Volkswagen Kombi

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,348 mi
Last recorded41,348 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Kombi71,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKE 477Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 41,348 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper and lower (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper and lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 40,189 miles

play in front wheel bearings

some corrosion to under vehicle ok with mot tool but a hammer could make holes

varuios pipes under vehicle starting to corroed

Fail 25 Aug 2009 40,189 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

play in front wheel bearings

some corrosion to under vehicle ok with mot tool but a hammer could make holes

varuios pipes under vehicle starting to corroed

Pass 10 Jun 2008 39,773 miles

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

all brake pipes and brake flexi hose ferrels slightly corroded

various slight corrosion to underneath of vehicle and components

washer pump noisy but just works

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Kombi?

Based on 5,583 MOT tests across 709 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
954
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 371
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 264
Stop lamp not working 221
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 218
position lamp(s) not working 153
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FKE 477Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Kombi in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 71,147 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FKE 477Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Kombi typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 43 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FKE 477Y registered?

FKE 477Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 21 January 1983.

Is FKE 477Y safe to buy?

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