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MGF 879L

1973 Volkswagen Delivery Van

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,790 mi
Last recorded13,790 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Delivery Van53,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGF 879L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDelivery Van
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2020 13,790 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 9,507 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 8,619 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 7,394 miles

oil leak

rear shocks damp

Pass 8 May 2014 5,324 miles

oil leak

Pass 7 Mar 2013 2,434 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 1,897 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 99,620 miles

slight play n/s/f hub

Pass 26 Mar 2009 96,272 miles

slight play n/s/f hub

Pass 22 Feb 2008 92,971 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 92,308 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 90,575 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Delivery Van?

Based on 21,038 MOT tests across 1,834 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
994
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,834
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,223
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,126
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,121
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,016
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 889
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MGF 879L is a 1973 Volkswagen Delivery Van in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Delivery Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 53,996 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Delivery Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGF 879L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Delivery Van typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Delivery Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MGF 879L?

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What year was MGF 879L registered?

MGF 879L is a 1973 Volkswagen Delivery Van, first registered on 1 May 1973.

Is MGF 879L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGF 879L shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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