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SEL 194N

1974 Volkswagen Kombi

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

44,040 mi
Last recorded44,040 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Kombi44,038 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEL 194N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 44,040 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Surface corrosion to vehicle underside

Fail 14 Sep 2017 44,038 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

N/S/R brake slightly binding

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Surface corrosion to vehicle underside

Pass 3 Sep 2016 43,943 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Slight bind to brake

Some holes & corrosion to rear bulkhead

Fail 3 Sep 2016 43,943 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Slight bind to brake

Some holes & corrosion to rear bulkhead

Pass 3 Sep 2015 43,537 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 43,537 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear both rear brakes slight bind

Pass 3 Sep 2014 43,125 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 43,125 miles

Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 42,769 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside front tyre wearing inner edge.

Fail 24 Mar 2011 42,769 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside front tyre wearing inner edge.

Fail 21 Jul 2005 42,762 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

fuel cap not checked

n/s/r arch corroding

o/s/f door corroding

o/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

oil leak

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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SEL 194N is a 1974 Volkswagen Kombi in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 44,038 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 SEL 194N, 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 52 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SEL 194N registered?

SEL 194N is a 1974 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 22 August 1974.

Is SEL 194N safe to buy?

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