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Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel Both Rear (1.2.1 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1500?
Based on 5,923 MOT tests across 734 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FTM 285L is a 1973 Volkswagen 1500 in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
The most common reason a Volkswagen 1500 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 392 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FTM 285L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Volkswagen 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of FTM 285L?
You can check the full history of FTM 285L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was FTM 285L registered?
FTM 285L is a 1973 Volkswagen 1500, first registered on 31 December 1973.
Is FTM 285L safe to buy?
The MOT history for FTM 285L 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.
Does FTM 285L have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FTM 285L. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
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