MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,589 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
all hoses not protected by rubber guides no signs of damage
handbrake level high
slight damage to nearside front wheel
slight play in both front suspension top arms and ball joints
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Variant?
Based on 1,684 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MPE 359L is a 1972 Volkswagen Variant in Brown with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1972 Volkswagen Variant models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,551 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 MPE 359L, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Variant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of MPE 359L?
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What year was MPE 359L registered?
MPE 359L is a 1972 Volkswagen Variant, first registered on 1 August 1972.
Is MPE 359L safe to buy?
The MOT history for MPE 359L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MPE 359L have outstanding finance?
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