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VIW 1485

1997 Volkswagen 1600

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

46,753 mi
Last recorded46,753 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen 160046,752 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIW 1485
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2008 46,753 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 46,752 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 23 Oct 2007 40,413 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 40,413 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 19 Oct 2006 36,273 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 36,273 miles

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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VIW 1485 is a 1997 Volkswagen 1600 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 46,752 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 1600 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 203 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VIW 1485, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VIW 1485 registered?

VIW 1485 is a 1997 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is VIW 1485 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIW 1485 shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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