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XPU 840L

1973 Volkswagen Kombi

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,611 mi
Last recorded12,611 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Kombi41,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPU 840L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 12,611 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 12,425 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 12,338 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 11,509 miles

both front indicators are fading

Fail 6 Mar 2015 11,509 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front indicators are fading

Pass 7 Jul 2007 9,493 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 9,067 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Kombi?

Based on 5,583 MOT tests across 709 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
954
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 371
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 264
Stop lamp not working 221
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 218
position lamp(s) not working 153
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XPU 840L is a 1973 Volkswagen Kombi in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 41,146 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPU 840L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Kombi typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPU 840L?

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What year was XPU 840L registered?

XPU 840L is a 1973 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 24 January 1973.

Is XPU 840L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPU 840L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XPU 840L have outstanding finance?

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