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VVG 941L

1972 Volkswagen 1600

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

58,976 mi
Last recorded58,976 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen 160042,412 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVG 941L
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 58,976 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 56,928 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 56,888 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 56,880 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 May 2017 56,646 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 56,300 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 55,883 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 55,197 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 55,181 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 54,991 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 54,977 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 53,962 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 51,025 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 51,025 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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VVG 941L is a 1972 Volkswagen 1600 in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 42,412 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VVG 941L, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VVG 941L registered?

VVG 941L is a 1972 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 25 August 1972.

Is VVG 941L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVG 941L shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VVG 941L have outstanding finance?

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