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FAX 314K

1972 Volkswagen Kombi

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,496 mi
Last recorded77,496 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Kombi46,513 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAX 314K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 77,496 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 77,496 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Kombi?

Based on 5,583 MOT tests across 709 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
954
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 371
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 264
Stop lamp not working 221
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 218
position lamp(s) not working 153
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FAX 314K is a 1972 Volkswagen Kombi in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 46,513 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 Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAX 314K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Kombi typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FAX 314K registered?

FAX 314K is a 1972 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is FAX 314K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAX 314K shows 2 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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