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LJB 678E

1967 Volkswagen 1500

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

83,176 mi
Last recorded83,176 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 1967 Volkswagen 150041,672 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJB 678E
MakeVolkswagen
Model1500
Year1967
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 83,176 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 83,136 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 83,136 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 83,121 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 83,106 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 83,072 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 83,054 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 83,054 miles

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 83,007 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 82,994 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 82,985 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 82,973 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 82,973 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 82,922 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 82,847 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 82,847 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1500?

Based on 5,923 MOT tests across 734 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
471
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 392
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 352
position lamp(s) not working 245
Headlamp aim too high 211
Stop lamp not working 206
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LJB 678E is a 1967 Volkswagen 1500 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1967 Volkswagen 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 41,672 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 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 392 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJB 678E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 59 years old, this Volkswagen 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LJB 678E?

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What year was LJB 678E registered?

LJB 678E is a 1967 Volkswagen 1500, first registered on 27 January 1967.

Is LJB 678E safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJB 678E shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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