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VRL 345S

1978 Volkswagen Unknown

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2023
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

39,197 mi
Last recorded39,197 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRL 345S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2022 39,197 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2022 39,197 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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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VRL 345S is a 1978 Volkswagen Unknown in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 VRL 345S, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VRL 345S registered?

VRL 345S is a 1978 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is VRL 345S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRL 345S shows 2 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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