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HJP 327H

1970 Volkswagen 1600

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,443 mi
Last recorded16,443 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen 160037,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJP 327H
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 16,443 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2016 16,434 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 16,278 miles

tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 7 May 2014 156,732 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 15,434 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 153,195 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 153,194 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2011 151,993 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 15,051 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 146,120 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 133,616 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 12,885 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 89,749 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 89,749 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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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HJP 327H is a 1970 Volkswagen 1600 in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 37,659 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 HJP 327H, 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 56 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJP 327H registered?

HJP 327H is a 1970 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 14 January 1970.

Is HJP 327H safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJP 327H shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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