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Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both jacking points. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fuel pump fitted above exhaust.
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted Missing. (6.1.4 (a) (i))
Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both jacking points. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fuel pump fitted above exhaust.
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible left hand drive headlamps fitted kick up to right (4.1.4 (c))
Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements damaged (0.1 (d))
Nearside Front Road wheel fixings not compatible wheel rubbing on top ball joint (5.2.2 (d))
Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Offside Front Road wheel fixings not compatible wheel rubbing on top ball joint (5.2.2 (d))
Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside disc backplate rusted
front no plate damaged
Nearside Rear lamp dym
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Nearside Rear lamp dym
front no plate damaged
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
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C478 CBW is a 1985 Volkswagen Unknown in Silver with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C478 CBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 41 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was C478 CBW registered?
C478 CBW is a 1985 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 1 August 1985.
Is C478 CBW safe to buy?
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