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MVW 591J

1971 Volkswagen Minibus

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,999 mi
Last recorded81,999 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVW 591J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMinibus
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Mar 2008 81,999 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 80,731 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 80,729 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play detectied at steering wheel †

Pass 29 Sep 2005 78,675 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Minibus?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
2,236
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 57
Stop lamp not working 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
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MVW 591J is a 1971 Volkswagen Minibus in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Minibus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MVW 591J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Minibus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MVW 591J registered?

MVW 591J is a 1971 Volkswagen Minibus, first registered on 12 March 1971.

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