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SLA 888L

1973 Volkswagen 1600

Brown Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,336 mi
Last recorded13,336 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen 160052,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLA 888L
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1973
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 13,336 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 12,290 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 9,047 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

corrsion on front valance

general corrosion on vehicle

Fail 28 Sep 2013 9,047 miles

Centre Front Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

corrsion on front valance

general corrosion on vehicle

Pass 7 Jul 2012 7,094 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

corrosion to offside front floor

lowered suspension

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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SLA 888L is a 1973 Volkswagen 1600 in Brown with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 52,495 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SLA 888L, 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 53 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SLA 888L registered?

SLA 888L is a 1973 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 19 June 1973.

Is SLA 888L safe to buy?

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