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LJH916GP

1973 Volkswagen Variant

Gold Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,838 mi
Last recorded13,838 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Variant51,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJH916GP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVariant
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 13,838 miles

both wipers torn

corrossion visible on baulkhead near steering colomn

front steering arm rubbing on fuel pipe

front steering arm rubbing on speedo cable

rear seats folded when presented fo test

Fail 21 Sep 2016 13,831 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner arch at top mount area,previous repair not fully welded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both wipers torn slightly

corrossion visible at baulkhead near steering colomn

front steering arm rubbing on fuel pipe

front steering arm rubbing on speedo cable

rear seats folded when presented for test

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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LJH916GP is a 1973 Volkswagen Variant in Gold with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Variant models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 51,538 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 Variant fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJH916GP, 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 53 years old, this Volkswagen Variant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJH916GP registered?

LJH916GP is a 1973 Volkswagen Variant, first registered on 1 January 1973.

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