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GMY 195J

1971 Volkswagen 1600

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,300 mi
Last recorded13,300 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen 160052,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMY 195J
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 13,300 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 9,681 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 9,447 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 9,364 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 9,362 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 9,263 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 8,750 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 8,567 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 8,567 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2007 8,133 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 6,388 miles

all tyres perishing.

Fail 16 May 2006 6,352 miles

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

all tyres perished badly on sidewalls.

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1600?

Based on 3,410 MOT tests across 387 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
1,092
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
387
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 203
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 146
position lamp(s) not working 119
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 118
Headlamp aim too low 96
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GMY 195J is a 1971 Volkswagen 1600 in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 52,302 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1600 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 203 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GMY 195J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GMY 195J?

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What year was GMY 195J registered?

GMY 195J is a 1971 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 14 July 1971.

Is GMY 195J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMY 195J shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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