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YYY 616M

1974 Volkswagen 1600

Grey Petrol 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,574 mi
Last recorded34,574 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYY 616M
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1974
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2017 34,574 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Mar 2008 26,843 miles

brake pedel long travel and slightly spoungy

slight knock from steering column

Pass 10 Nov 2006 26,643 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 26,643 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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YYY 616M is a 1974 Volkswagen 1600 in Grey with a 1,570cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YYY 616M, 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 52 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YYY 616M registered?

YYY 616M is a 1974 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is YYY 616M safe to buy?

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