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PPX 802K

1971 Volkswagen Karmann

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2008
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

44,461 mi
Last recorded44,461 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2008
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Karmann63,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPX 802K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Jul 2008 44,461 miles

Nearside Front Lower Torsion bar attachment bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.E.4c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Lower Torsion bar attachment bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.E.4c)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 43,051 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 43,044 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Fail 18 Dec 2006 43,031 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Karmann?

Based on 1,222 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
418
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Horn not working 48
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
position lamp(s) not working 38
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PPX 802K is a 1971 Volkswagen Karmann in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Karmann models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 63,966 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 Karmann fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PPX 802K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Karmann typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PPX 802K registered?

PPX 802K is a 1971 Volkswagen Karmann, first registered on 1 October 1971.

Is PPX 802K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPX 802K shows 4 tests with a 25% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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