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C478 CBW

1985 Volkswagen Unknown

Silver Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2020
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,285 mi
Last recorded10,285 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC478 CBW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2019 10,285 miles

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))

Fail 12 Mar 2019 10,285 miles

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))

Fail 18 Sep 2018 10,285 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 10,282 miles

front no plate damaged

Nearside Rear lamp dym

Fail 14 Sep 2017 10,282 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 8,780 miles

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)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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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.

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The MOT history for C478 CBW shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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