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RDP 608M

1973 Volkswagen Unknown

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2021
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,021 mi
Last recorded17,021 miles
Recorded on5 May 2020
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Unknown44,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDP 608M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 May 2020 17,021 miles

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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RDP 608M is a 1973 Volkswagen Unknown in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 44,150 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RDP 608M, 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 53 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 RDP 608M?

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What year was RDP 608M registered?

RDP 608M is a 1973 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 16 November 1973.

Is RDP 608M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDP 608M shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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