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GUV 870N

1974 Volkswagen Kombi

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,803 mi
Last recorded81,803 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Kombi44,038 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUV 870N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 81,803 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 81,732 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 5 Jul 2010 81,712 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 17 May 2008 80,385 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 78,672 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 78,672 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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GUV 870N is a 1974 Volkswagen Kombi in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 44,038 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 Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GUV 870N, 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 52 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GUV 870N registered?

GUV 870N is a 1974 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 1 November 1974.

Is GUV 870N safe to buy?

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