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NTF 210M

1973 Volkswagen 1600

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

76,286 mi
Last recorded76,286 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen 160052,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNTF 210M
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 76,286 miles

Nearside Front Bump stop missing

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Bump stop missing

Offside Rear Torsion bar attachment bracket repaired, but not inappropriately Torsion bar cover missing one bolt however the housing remains secure (2.4.A.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2018 76,286 miles

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Bump stop missing

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Bump stop missing

Offside Rear Torsion bar attachment bracket repaired, but not inappropriately Torsion bar cover missing one bolt however the housing remains secure (2.4.A.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 76,123 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 74,193 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 72,972 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 69,341 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 May 2013 69,317 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Fail 11 Aug 2011 66,225 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 66,225 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 61,897 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 56,993 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 55,461 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 52,361 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 48,848 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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NTF 210M is a 1973 Volkswagen 1600 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 52,495 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 NTF 210M, 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 53 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NTF 210M registered?

NTF 210M is a 1973 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is NTF 210M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NTF 210M shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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