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VBJ 97F

2007 Volkswagen 1600

Beige Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,729 mi
Last recorded54,729 miles
Recorded on17 May 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBJ 97F
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year2007
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2010 54,729 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 54,729 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 1 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 1 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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VBJ 97F is a 2007 Volkswagen 1600 in Beige with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VBJ 97F, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VBJ 97F registered?

VBJ 97F is a 2007 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 19 December 2007.

Is VBJ 97F safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBJ 97F shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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