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UUL 415M

1973 Volkswagen Kombi

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,032 mi
Last recorded23,032 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2018
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Kombi41,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUL 415M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2018 23,032 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 21,373 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 13 May 2010 18,369 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 15,161 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Upper Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

offside front crossmember holed

Fail 20 Apr 2009 15,123 miles

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Upper Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Upper Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside cross member holed

Pass 25 Apr 2008 12,190 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

n/s mirror missing

Fail 23 Apr 2008 12,186 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

n/s mirror missing

Pass 22 Mar 2007 9,897 miles

n/s/r bump stop missing

passenger door mirror cracked

Fail 17 Jan 2007 9,686 miles

Centre Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

battery carrier holed and battery insecure

n/s/f door mirror cracked

n/s/r bump stop missing

outer body corrosion

rear bumper missing

some travel on handbrake lever

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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UUL 415M is a 1973 Volkswagen Kombi in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 41,146 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UUL 415M, 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 53 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 UUL 415M registered?

UUL 415M is a 1973 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 6 September 1973.

Is UUL 415M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUL 415M shows 9 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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