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MHM 68L

1972 Volkswagen 1600

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

35,778 mi
Last recorded35,778 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2024
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen 160042,412 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHM 68L
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2024 35,778 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 35,678 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 35,549 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 35,472 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 35,294 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 35,270 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 35,201 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 35,039 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 34,991 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 34,945 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 34,924 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 34,869 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 34,869 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 34,560 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 34,515 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 34,453 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 34,453 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 34,292 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 34,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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MHM 68L is a 1972 Volkswagen 1600 in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 42,412 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 MHM 68L, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MHM 68L?

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What year was MHM 68L registered?

MHM 68L is a 1972 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 9 October 1972.

Is MHM 68L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHM 68L shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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