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JPH 794K

1972 Volkswagen 1600

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,377 mi
Last recorded96,377 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen 160042,412 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPH 794K
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 96,377 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 95,692 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 95,692 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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JPH 794K is a 1972 Volkswagen 1600 in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 42,412 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 JPH 794K, 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 54 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 JPH 794K?

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What year was JPH 794K registered?

JPH 794K is a 1972 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 3 February 1972.

Is JPH 794K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JPH 794K 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 JPH 794K have outstanding finance?

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