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HPD 334K

1971 Volkswagen 1600

Purple Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

82,024 mi
Last recorded82,024 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen 160052,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPD 334K
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1971
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 82,024 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 82,021 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated rubber split and cracked (2.1.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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HPD 334K is a 1971 Volkswagen 1600 in Purple with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 52,302 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 1600 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 203 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HPD 334K, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HPD 334K?

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What year was HPD 334K registered?

HPD 334K is a 1971 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is HPD 334K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPD 334K shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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