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WDF 282J

1970 Volkswagen Variant

White Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,534 mi
Last recorded10,534 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Variant13,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDF 282J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVariant
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 10,534 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 10,147 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 9,228 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 9,218 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 May 2010 8,070 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 7,193 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 6,033 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 5,112 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 4,037 miles

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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WDF 282J is a 1970 Volkswagen Variant in White with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Variant models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 13,800 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 WDF 282J, 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 56 years old, this Volkswagen Variant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WDF 282J registered?

WDF 282J is a 1970 Volkswagen Variant, first registered on 21 December 1970.

Is WDF 282J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDF 282J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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