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SWL 806J

1971 Volkswagen Unknown

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,533 mi
Last recorded55,533 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Unknown43,909 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWL 806J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 55,533 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 55,356 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 55,260 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 55,260 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2019 54,889 miles

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2019 54,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Steering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))

Steering wheel rim loose (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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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SWL 806J is a 1971 Volkswagen Unknown in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 43,909 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SWL 806J, 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 55 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 SWL 806J?

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What year was SWL 806J registered?

SWL 806J is a 1971 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 1 June 1971.

Is SWL 806J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWL 806J shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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