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HVG 873L

1982 Volkswagen Variant

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

64,898 mi
Last recorded64,898 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVG 873L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVariant
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2006 64,898 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 64,898 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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HVG 873L is a 1982 Volkswagen Variant in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HVG 873L, 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 44 years old, this Volkswagen Variant is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HVG 873L registered?

HVG 873L is a 1982 Volkswagen Variant, first registered on 1 October 1982.

Is HVG 873L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVG 873L 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.

Does HVG 873L have outstanding finance?

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