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VVW 785L

1972 Volkswagen Variant

Orange Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,947 mi
Last recorded11,947 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2008
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Variant44,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVW 785L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVariant
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2008 11,947 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Please note slight movment in sterring tree

Please note small crake in lower sterring rubber

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Variant?

Based on 1,684 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
766
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 124
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
position lamp(s) not working 60
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
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VVW 785L is a 1972 Volkswagen Variant in Orange with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Variant models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,551 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Variant fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VVW 785L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Variant typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Variant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VVW 785L?

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What year was VVW 785L registered?

VVW 785L is a 1972 Volkswagen Variant, first registered on 19 October 1972.

Is VVW 785L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVW 785L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VVW 785L have outstanding finance?

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