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PLM 329W

1971 Volkswagen Unknown

White Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

39,128 mi
Last recorded39,128 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Unknown43,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLM 329W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 39,128 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 14 Sep 2017 39,128 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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PLM 329W is a 1971 Volkswagen Unknown in White with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 43,909 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 PLM 329W, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PLM 329W?

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What year was PLM 329W registered?

PLM 329W is a 1971 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is PLM 329W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLM 329W 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.

Does PLM 329W have outstanding finance?

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