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OWT 581K

1972 Volkswagen Unknown

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

99,071 mi
Last recorded99,071 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2020
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Unknown39,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWT 581K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2020 99,071 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 98,878 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2019 98,764 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

n/s & o/s headlamps slightly poor immage

Pass 23 Jul 2018 98,172 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 98,172 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 97,434 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 97,433 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 95,988 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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OWT 581K is a 1972 Volkswagen Unknown in Blue 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 Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 39,044 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OWT 581K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OWT 581K registered?

OWT 581K is a 1972 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is OWT 581K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWT 581K 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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