MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
16,536 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Wheel bearing has slight play both rears (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
Wheel bearing has slight play both rears (5.1.3 (a) (i))
main beam warning lamp incorrect
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?
Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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UTM 389W is a 1981 Volkswagen Unknown in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1981 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 74,780 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 UTM 389W, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of UTM 389W?
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What year was UTM 389W registered?
UTM 389W is a 1981 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 1 May 1981.
Is UTM 389W safe to buy?
The MOT history for UTM 389W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does UTM 389W have outstanding finance?
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