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BFG 188B

1964 Volkswagen 1300

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,427 mi
Last recorded36,427 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFG 188B
MakeVolkswagen
Model1300
Year1964
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2007 36,427 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 35,814 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 35,802 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Steering arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1300?

Based on 685 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
791
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 58
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 57
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 42
Horn not working 34
Headlamp aim too high 31
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BFG 188B is a 1964 Volkswagen 1300 in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen 1300 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFG 188B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 62 years old, this Volkswagen 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BFG 188B?

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What year was BFG 188B registered?

BFG 188B is a 1964 Volkswagen 1300, first registered on 27 October 1964.

Is BFG 188B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFG 188B shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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