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Q909FAD

1986 Volkswagen 1600

Bronze Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

2,748 mi
Last recorded2,748 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ909FAD
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1986
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 2,748 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 2,745 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% near side rear reading low (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2022 5 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 May 2021
Fail 25 May 2021

Nearside Outer Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear reflector missing both sides (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2019
Pass 17 Apr 2014
Pass 28 Jun 2012 24,509 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 24,242 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 23,625 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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Q909FAD is a 1986 Volkswagen 1600 in Bronze with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Q909FAD, 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 40 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q909FAD registered?

Q909FAD is a 1986 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 21 July 1986.

Is Q909FAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q909FAD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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