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GME 916N

1974 Volkswagen Delivery Van

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

3,468 mi
Last recorded3,468 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Delivery Van51,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGME 916N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDelivery Van
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 3,468 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 3,465 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength suspension upright (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 681 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 678 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 6,176 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 5,502 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 4,131 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 2,629 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 99,328 miles

advise no view to front brake pads .

advise offside outer panel corroded .

advise under bodie is covered in underseal .

Pass 2 Jun 2012 98,681 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 98,186 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 May 2011 98,186 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 98,186 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Axle beam cracked (2.5.A.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 9 Jun 2010 98,128 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 98,128 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 97,732 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 27 May 2009 97,731 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Pass 29 May 2008 96,530 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 95,847 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Sep 2006 95,847 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Delivery Van?

Based on 21,038 MOT tests across 1,834 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
994
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,834
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,223
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,126
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,121
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,016
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 889
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GME 916N is a 1974 Volkswagen Delivery Van in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Delivery Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 51,946 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Delivery Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GME 916N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Delivery Van typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 52 years old, this Volkswagen Delivery Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GME 916N registered?

GME 916N is a 1974 Volkswagen Delivery Van, first registered on 1 October 1974.

Is GME 916N safe to buy?

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