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GAF 706W

1980 Volkswagen Derby

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

46,140 mi
Last recorded46,140 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2012
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Derby65,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAF 706W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDerby
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2012 46,140 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 36,704 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 33,224 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 23 Jul 2010 33,224 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 28,802 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 28,801 miles

Offside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 24,764 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 23,891 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 23,734 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 23,734 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nail in o/s rear tyer

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Derby?

Based on 1,098 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
5,320
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 28
Registration plate lamp not working 25
coil spring broken 21
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GAF 706W is a 1980 Volkswagen Derby in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Derby models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 65,489 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Derby fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GAF 706W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Derby typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Volkswagen Derby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GAF 706W registered?

GAF 706W is a 1980 Volkswagen Derby, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is GAF 706W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAF 706W shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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