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GRW 477L

1973 Volkswagen Kombi

Orange Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

53,203 mi
Last recorded53,203 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Kombi41,146 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRW 477L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 53,203 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 51,691 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 47,404 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 1 Dec 2012 47,385 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 45,024 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 45,014 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 44,739 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 44,350 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 44,331 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has an inadequately locked flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has an inadequately locked flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Feb 2007 43,423 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Feb 2006 40,927 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Kombi?

Based on 5,583 MOT tests across 709 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
954
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 371
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 264
Stop lamp not working 221
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 218
position lamp(s) not working 153
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GRW 477L is a 1973 Volkswagen Kombi in Orange with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 41,146 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GRW 477L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Kombi typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GRW 477L registered?

GRW 477L is a 1973 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 16 March 1973.

Is GRW 477L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRW 477L shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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