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SDR 262L

1972 Volkswagen Kombi

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,692 mi
Last recorded28,692 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Kombi46,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDR 262L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 28,692 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 26,930 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 25,277 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 22,948 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 22,948 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 120,939 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 18,152 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 18,126 miles

FRONT CROSS MEMBER STARTING TO SHOW SIGNS OF CORROSION

Pass 16 Oct 2008 17,903 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 17,470 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 17,470 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

both outer rear drive shaft boots are broken away

Pass 18 Jul 2006 14,418 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 14,418 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear outer cv boots split and insecure

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Kombi?

Based on 5,583 MOT tests across 709 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
954
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 371
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 264
Stop lamp not working 221
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 218
position lamp(s) not working 153
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SDR 262L is a 1972 Volkswagen Kombi in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 46,513 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 Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SDR 262L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Kombi typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SDR 262L registered?

SDR 262L is a 1972 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 4 September 1972.

Is SDR 262L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDR 262L shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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