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OBU 945P

1976 Volkswagen Kombi

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,990 mi
Last recorded9,990 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Kombi70,360 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBU 945P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1976
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 9,990 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 80,659 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp position lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp position lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively not working (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Speedometer clearly inoperative cable detached (6.7.2)

Steering locking device missing steering box arm locking pin missing (2.2.C.1g)

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

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear brake back plates damp

tyres low on preasure

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Kombi?

Based on 5,583 MOT tests across 709 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
954
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 371
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 264
Stop lamp not working 221
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 218
position lamp(s) not working 153
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OBU 945P is a 1976 Volkswagen Kombi in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 70,360 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 Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OBU 945P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Kombi typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 50 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OBU 945P registered?

OBU 945P is a 1976 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 1 January 1976.

Is OBU 945P safe to buy?

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