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GLE 199J

1971 Volkswagen Unknown

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,539 mi
Last recorded6,539 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Unknown43,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLE 199J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 6,539 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 13 Jun 2017 6,539 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 5,491 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

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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GLE 199J is a 1971 Volkswagen Unknown in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 43,909 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GLE 199J, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GLE 199J?

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What year was GLE 199J registered?

GLE 199J is a 1971 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 7 April 1971.

Is GLE 199J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLE 199J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GLE 199J have outstanding finance?

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