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BGO 835H

1970 Volkswagen Variant

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,761 mi
Last recorded39,761 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Variant13,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGO 835H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVariant
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 39,761 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 39,682 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 39,206 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 38,282 miles

front bumper mounts corroded

front wings corroded

Fail 3 Sep 2015 38,282 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front bumper mounts corroded

front wings corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2014 37,252 miles

corrosion to both front bumper mountings

corrosion to both front wings

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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BGO 835H is a 1970 Volkswagen Variant in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BGO 835H, 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 BGO 835H registered?

BGO 835H is a 1970 Volkswagen Variant, first registered on 18 May 1970.

Is BGO 835H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGO 835H shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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