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OFF 583L

1972 Volkswagen Delivery Van

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

9,623 mi
Last recorded9,623 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Delivery Van46,723 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFF 583L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelDelivery Van
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 9,623 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2018 9,623 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced x 2 holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 5,099 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 3,144 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 3,144 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 99,106 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 95,911 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 95,911 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Inner Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 95,692 miles

horn works on solid switch.

large amount of body filler on vehicle.

n/s/f top ball joint dust cover split.

rear chassis correded not near stress loading part.

seat belt stork buttons missing.

wiring in engine bay looks dangerous

Fail 12 Nov 2011 95,614 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

horn works on solid switch.

large amount of body filler on vehicle.

n/s/f top ball joint dust cover split.

rear chassis correded not near stress loading part.

seat belt stork buttons missing.

wiring in engine bay looks dangerous

Pass 17 Dec 2010 91,451 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 91,450 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 May 2009 88,285 miles

Front panel cracked

Outer body work has corrosion on the wheel arch's

Rear valence corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2008 85,213 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 85,213 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 80,410 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 74,597 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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OFF 583L is a 1972 Volkswagen Delivery Van in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Delivery Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 46,723 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 Delivery Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFF 583L, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Delivery Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OFF 583L registered?

OFF 583L is a 1972 Volkswagen Delivery Van, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is OFF 583L safe to buy?

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