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CWD 179J

1971 Volkswagen Multivan

Blue Petrol 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,777 mi
Last recorded41,777 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Multivan51,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWD 179J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 41,777 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 40,432 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 40,429 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 39,706 miles

rear tyres sidewalls

Pass 21 Jul 2009 37,391 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 36,162 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jul 2008 36,162 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2007 36,012 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2006 34,974 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Multivan?

Based on 9,554 MOT tests across 618 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
4,129
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
618
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 220
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 214
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 213
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 209
Stop lamp not working 193
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CWD 179J is a 1971 Volkswagen Multivan in Blue with a 2,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 51,441 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Multivan fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CWD 179J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Multivan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CWD 179J registered?

CWD 179J is a 1971 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is CWD 179J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWD 179J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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