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KDH 36V

1979 Volkswagen Kombi

Multi-colour Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19,567 mi
Last recorded19,567 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Kombi54,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDH 36V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1979
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 19,567 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 19,560 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working operated with main beam (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central steering swivel pin slight play

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 15,515 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 May 2021 15,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside sun visor cannot be stowed in the ‘off screen’ position but not seriously affecting drivers view of the road

Pass 16 Mar 2020 13,651 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 12,170 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 12,170 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2019 12,161 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 10,958 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 9,777 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 7,481 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 5,964 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 4,504 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 3,145 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 99,400 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 98,684 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 98,094 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 98,094 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 17 May 2007 97,244 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 97,244 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 30 Jun 2006 94,790 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2006 94,790 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

oil leak

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Kombi?

Based on 5,583 MOT tests across 709 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
954
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 371
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 264
Stop lamp not working 221
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 218
position lamp(s) not working 153
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KDH 36V is a 1979 Volkswagen Kombi in Multi-colour with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 54,839 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KDH 36V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Kombi typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KDH 36V registered?

KDH 36V is a 1979 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 10 December 1979.

Is KDH 36V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDH 36V shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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