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HGJ 986K

1972 Volkswagen Variant

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,675 mi
Last recorded44,675 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2009
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Variant44,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGJ 986K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVariant
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2009 44,675 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 44,032 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 39,208 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 35,312 miles

front panel corroded

steering box damp

Fail 1 Jun 2006 35,232 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

front panel corroded

steering box damp

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Variant?

Based on 1,684 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
766
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 124
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
position lamp(s) not working 60
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
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HGJ 986K is a 1972 Volkswagen Variant in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Variant models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,551 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Variant fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGJ 986K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Variant typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Variant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HGJ 986K?

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What year was HGJ 986K registered?

HGJ 986K is a 1972 Volkswagen Variant, first registered on 5 May 1972.

Is HGJ 986K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGJ 986K shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HGJ 986K have outstanding finance?

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