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KMT 544K

1971 Volkswagen 1600

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,886 mi
Last recorded70,886 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2022
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen 160052,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMT 544K
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2022 70,886 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2022 70,881 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect LHD headlamps (4.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2022 70,880 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Incorrect headlamp image, LHD version fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Incorrect headlamp image, LHD version fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 69,929 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 68,236 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 67,733 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 67,185 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 67,179 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 67,177 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

corrosion appearing to near side front inner sill

head lights slightly dull amd on top line

rusty brake discs

slight bind to off side rear wheel

wipers splitting

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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KMT 544K is a 1971 Volkswagen 1600 in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 52,302 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KMT 544K, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KMT 544K registered?

KMT 544K is a 1971 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 17 August 1971.

Is KMT 544K safe to buy?

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