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RBY 607K

1971 Volkswagen 1600

Orange Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

46,951 mi
Last recorded46,951 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen 160052,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBY 607K
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 46,951 miles

both rear wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 8 Aug 2015 44,699 miles

front brake slight judder

rear brake judder has slight corrosion

Pass 23 Jul 2013 38,378 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 23 Jul 2013 38,367 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 36,958 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 36,957 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

both kingpins slight play

Pass 1 Jul 2010 36,529 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearsde front lower trunnion has some play

Fail 30 Jun 2010 36,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearsde front lower trunnion has some play

Pass 20 Aug 2007 32,764 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 27,108 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 27,108 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2005 22,206 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2005 34,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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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RBY 607K is a 1971 Volkswagen 1600 in Orange with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 52,302 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 1600 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 203 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RBY 607K, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RBY 607K is a 1971 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is RBY 607K safe to buy?

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