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PNW 647C

1965 Volkswagen 1600

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,250 mi
Last recorded22,250 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNW 647C
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 May 2018 22,250 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2017 21,695 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 21,179 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1600?

Based on 3,410 MOT tests across 387 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
1,092
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
387
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 203
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 146
position lamp(s) not working 119
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 118
Headlamp aim too low 96
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PNW 647C is a 1965 Volkswagen 1600 in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PNW 647C, 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 61 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PNW 647C?

You can check the full history of PNW 647C by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PNW 647C registered?

PNW 647C is a 1965 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 31 December 1965.

Is PNW 647C safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNW 647C shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PNW 647C have outstanding finance?

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