MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
88,332 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
Front Brake locking device ineffective n/s o/s brake callipers bolts (1.1.21 (f))
Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake locking device missing wheel bearing split pin (1.1.21 (f))
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear Brake locking device missing wheel bearing split pin (1.1.21 (f))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1600?
Based on 3,410 MOT tests across 387 vehicles.
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OUV 574L is a 1972 Volkswagen 1600 in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1972 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 42,412 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 1600 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 203 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OUV 574L, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was OUV 574L registered?
OUV 574L is a 1972 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 16 August 1972.
Is OUV 574L safe to buy?
The MOT history for OUV 574L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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