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SVR 571K

1971 Volkswagen 1300

Yellow Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

32,208 mi
Last recorded32,208 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen 130065,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVR 571K
MakeVolkswagen
Model1300
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 32,208 miles

underside / inside of the vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 5 Dec 2017 32,203 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Under side of the vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 17 Jun 2014 31,141 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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

underside of vehicle heaveyly undersealed

Pass 21 May 2013 30,382 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 29,655 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 14 May 2010 29,655 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 28,489 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 28,468 miles

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

Front Steering column locking device insecure (2.1.6)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1300?

Based on 685 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
791
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 58
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 57
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 42
Horn not working 34
Headlamp aim too high 31
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SVR 571K is a 1971 Volkswagen 1300 in Yellow with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 65,464 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 1300 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SVR 571K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SVR 571K registered?

SVR 571K is a 1971 Volkswagen 1300, first registered on 7 October 1971.

Is SVR 571K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVR 571K shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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