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XRO 555J

1971 Volkswagen Variant

Beige Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,827 mi
Last recorded52,827 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Variant45,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRO 555J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVariant
Year1971
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 52,827 miles

Oil leak engine

Slight play in n/s/f bottom ball joint

Suspension bushes perished

Wipers smear screen

Pass 24 Sep 2015 52,627 miles

Offside Front beam bush spliting

Rear lower quarter panels rusty

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

oil leak from engine

Pass 26 Jul 2014 50,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

car too low for rbt, test with tapley

Fail 26 Jul 2014 50,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

car too low for rbt, test with tapley

Pass 3 Aug 2013 50,177 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

car has had extensive welding repairs

car too low to fit brake rollers. tapley test on brakes

movement in front seat backrests. but secure

slight pitting on discs

Pass 31 Aug 2012 49,198 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 49,197 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 49,147 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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XRO 555J is a 1971 Volkswagen Variant in Beige with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Variant models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 45,984 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 XRO 555J, 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 55 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 XRO 555J registered?

XRO 555J is a 1971 Volkswagen Variant, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is XRO 555J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRO 555J shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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