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NRA 28J

1971 Volkswagen 1600

Orange Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,658 mi
Last recorded44,658 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2013
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen 160052,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRA 28J
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2013 44,658 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 44,386 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 44,120 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 43,885 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 43,605 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 43,217 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 42,805 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 42,178 miles

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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NRA 28J is a 1971 Volkswagen 1600 in Orange with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 52,302 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 NRA 28J, 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 55 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 NRA 28J?

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What year was NRA 28J registered?

NRA 28J is a 1971 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 24 May 1971.

Is NRA 28J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NRA 28J shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NRA 28J have outstanding finance?

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