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LUM 816P

1975 Volkswagen 1300

Brown Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

33,787 mi
Last recorded33,787 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUM 816P
MakeVolkswagen
Model1300
Year1975
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 33,787 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Apr 2021 33,787 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 33,780 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 33,774 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 33,767 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 33,759 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 33,752 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 33,748 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 33,741 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 33,741 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 33,727 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 33,720 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 33,714 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 33,707 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1300?

Based on 685 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
791
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 58
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 57
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 42
Horn not working 34
Headlamp aim too high 31
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LUM 816P is a 1975 Volkswagen 1300 in Brown with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1300 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LUM 816P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 51 years old, this Volkswagen 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LUM 816P?

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What year was LUM 816P registered?

LUM 816P is a 1975 Volkswagen 1300, first registered on 26 September 1975.

Is LUM 816P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUM 816P shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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