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KDM 516K

1972 Volkswagen Variant

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,538 mi
Last recorded27,538 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Variant44,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDM 516K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVariant
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 May 2018 27,538 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 27,509 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 27,214 miles

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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KDM 516K is a 1972 Volkswagen Variant in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Variant models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,551 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KDM 516K, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Variant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KDM 516K?

You can check the full history of KDM 516K by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KDM 516K registered?

KDM 516K is a 1972 Volkswagen Variant, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is KDM 516K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDM 516K shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KDM 516K have outstanding finance?

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