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VGK 50R

1977 Volkswagen Kombi

Blue Petrol 1678cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

14,449 mi
Last recorded14,449 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Kombi42,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGK 50R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,678cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Fail 19 May 2017 14,449 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

both rear lamp lenses deteriorating

exhaust corroding

heavy repairs and underseal to underside of vechile

n/s/f door does not unlock from outside

slight play steering idler

Pass 3 Jul 2014 14,409 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

heavy repairs and underseal to underside of vechile

n/s door does not unlock from outside

Fail 3 Jul 2014 14,408 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

heavy repairs and underseal to underside of vechile

n/s door does not unlock from outside

Pass 31 Mar 2012 14,335 miles

Oil leak

slight play steering idler

Pass 1 Dec 2010 13,453 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 13,444 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Fail 23 Jul 2010 13,434 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

nearside rear brake binding slightly

rear panel corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2009 13,212 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 13,208 miles

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

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

Nearside Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

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

Nearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 12,167 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 12,091 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside 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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 11,208 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 10,747 miles

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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VGK 50R is a 1977 Volkswagen Kombi in Blue with a 1,678cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 42,316 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 Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VGK 50R, 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 49 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VGK 50R registered?

VGK 50R is a 1977 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 22 April 1977.

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