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HUV 113K

1971 Volkswagen 1600

Blue Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

98,907 mi
Last recorded98,907 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen 160052,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUV 113K
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 98,907 miles

Both front brakes binding slightly

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 98,225 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 95,504 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 95,502 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Fail 6 Mar 2013 94,736 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 94,736 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 93,854 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 93,854 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 93,261 miles

advise body work sharp edges covered with tape

advise front hose touches steering arm

advise head light reflectors corroded

advise rear brake hose ferules rusty

Fail 24 Feb 2011 93,258 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

advise body work sharp edges covered with tape

advise front hose touches steering arm

advise head light reflectors corroded

advise rear brake hose ferules rusty

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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HUV 113K is a 1971 Volkswagen 1600 in Blue with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HUV 113K, 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

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What year was HUV 113K registered?

HUV 113K is a 1971 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 1 November 1971.

Is HUV 113K safe to buy?

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