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OUW 203L

1972 Volkswagen Variant

Orange Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

335,207 mi
Last recorded335,207 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2010
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Variant44,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUW 203L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVariant
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2010 335,207 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 33,517 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 31,266 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 31,250 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm seriously weakened by corrosion (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 24,184 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 24,184 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 22,702 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 19,129 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Variant?

Based on 1,684 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
766
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 124
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
position lamp(s) not working 60
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
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OUW 203L is a 1972 Volkswagen Variant in Orange with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Variant models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,551 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 Variant fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OUW 203L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Variant typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Variant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OUW 203L?

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What year was OUW 203L registered?

OUW 203L is a 1972 Volkswagen Variant, first registered on 4 September 1972.

Is OUW 203L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUW 203L shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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