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OBD 521V

1980 Volkswagen Delivery Van

White Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

55,261 mi
Last recorded55,261 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Delivery Van52,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBD 521V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDelivery Van
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 55,261 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 51,452 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 26 Jul 2013

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 48,572 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 48,572 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 45,798 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 42,836 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 39,108 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 36,291 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 36,291 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 33,039 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Delivery Van?

Based on 21,038 MOT tests across 1,834 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
994
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,834
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,223
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,126
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,121
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,016
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 889
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OBD 521V is a 1980 Volkswagen Delivery Van in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Delivery Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 52,217 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Delivery Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OBD 521V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Delivery Van typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 46 years old, this Volkswagen Delivery Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OBD 521V registered?

OBD 521V is a 1980 Volkswagen Delivery Van, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is OBD 521V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBD 521V shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OBD 521V have outstanding finance?

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