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JFB 862H

1970 Volkswagen Unknown

Orange Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,273 mi
Last recorded61,273 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Unknown28,388 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFB 862H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1970
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 61,273 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 57,019 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 57,018 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Fouling brake hose on lock (4.1.D.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Top and bottom arms (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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JFB 862H is a 1970 Volkswagen Unknown in Orange with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 28,388 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JFB 862H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 56 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JFB 862H registered?

JFB 862H is a 1970 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 9 July 1970.

Is JFB 862H safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFB 862H shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JFB 862H have outstanding finance?

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