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VIW 311

1971 Volkswagen Unknown

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,342 mi
Last recorded65,342 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Unknown43,909 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIW 311
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 13 May 2025 65,342 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 64,417 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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VIW 311 is a 1971 Volkswagen Unknown in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 43,909 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 VIW 311, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VIW 311?

You can check the full history of VIW 311 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VIW 311 registered?

VIW 311 is a 1971 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is VIW 311 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIW 311 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VIW 311 have outstanding finance?

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