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HCK 36E

1975 Volkswagen Minibus

Blue Petrol 1483cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,965 mi
Last recorded88,965 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCK 36E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMinibus
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,483cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 88,965 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 88,965 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle front and rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam o/s and n/s (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Steering system excessively rough component seizing very stiff (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Mar 2020 88,656 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 51% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear battery tray area corroded and weak in places

Pass 24 Apr 2018 88,196 miles

Front antiroll bar touching axle

Fail 13 Apr 2018 88,187 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front antiroll bar touching axle

Pass 7 Mar 2017 87,401 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 84,238 miles

steering stiff

Fail 18 Mar 2016 84,237 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Fuel pipe insecure chaffing on clutch cable (7.2.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam o/s and n/s (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam o/s and n/s (1.7.5a)

steering stiff

Pass 7 Apr 2015 81,941 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 81,890 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Minibus?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
2,236
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 57
Stop lamp not working 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
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HCK 36E is a 1975 Volkswagen Minibus in Blue with a 1,483cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Minibus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HCK 36E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 51 years old, this Volkswagen Minibus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HCK 36E registered?

HCK 36E is a 1975 Volkswagen Minibus, first registered on 5 February 1975.

Is HCK 36E safe to buy?

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