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GFR 914Y

1983 Volkswagen Unknown

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

298,390 mi
Last recorded298,390 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2024
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Unknown63,907 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFR 914Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1983
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2024 298,390 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 297,673 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 297,139 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 296,927 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 296,927 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 295,739 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 294,190 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 292,642 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 292,642 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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GFR 914Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Unknown in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 63,907 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GFR 914Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 43 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GFR 914Y?

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What year was GFR 914Y registered?

GFR 914Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is GFR 914Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFR 914Y shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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