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FKE 75C

1985 Volkswagen Kombi

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2014
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

82,004 mi
Last recorded82,004 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2013
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Kombi75,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKE 75C
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2013 82,004 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2013 61,993 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 81,943 miles

SUSPECT FUEL LEAK UNABLE TO LOCATE

Fail 12 Aug 2011 81,904 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 4 Jun 2007 81,896 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2005 81,254 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2005 81,254 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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 75C is a 1985 Volkswagen Kombi in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 75,432 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 75C, 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 41 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FKE 75C?

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What year was FKE 75C registered?

FKE 75C is a 1985 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 16 April 1985.

Is FKE 75C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKE 75C shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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