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HLF 327T

1986 Volkswagen Kombi

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2026
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

32,745 mi
Last recorded32,745 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Kombi31,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLF 327T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1986
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 32,745 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

underside corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2023 32,703 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 32,650 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 32,502 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 32,490 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 32,262 miles

Nearside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2019 32,262 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 31,665 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Jun 2018 31,665 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Below brake pedal underside marked (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2017 30,196 miles

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 28,665 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 10 Apr 2015 24,723 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 24,723 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 20,446 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 26 Mar 2014 20,446 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 15,119 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 Mar 2013 15,117 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 79,980 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 3,087 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

lhd beam deflectors fitted

Fail 10 Mar 2011 3,085 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

lhd beam deflectors fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2010 98,306 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 98,305 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 91,553 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 91,551 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 8 Mar 2008 86,194 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 86,194 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 80,917 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 68,197 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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HLF 327T is a 1986 Volkswagen Kombi in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 31,964 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 HLF 327T, 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 40 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HLF 327T registered?

HLF 327T is a 1986 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 21 May 1986.

Is HLF 327T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLF 327T shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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