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FUW 355J

1971 Volkswagen 1300

Yellow Other 1641cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

52,316 mi
Last recorded52,316 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen 130065,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUW 355J
MakeVolkswagen
Model1300
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,641cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Mar 2023 52,316 miles

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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FUW 355J is a 1971 Volkswagen 1300 in Yellow with a 1,641cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 65,464 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 1300 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FUW 355J, 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 55 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 FUW 355J?

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What year was FUW 355J registered?

FUW 355J is a 1971 Volkswagen 1300, first registered on 5 March 1971.

Is FUW 355J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUW 355J shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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