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FWD 611K

1972 Volkswagen 1600

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,105 mi
Last recorded87,105 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen 160042,412 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWD 611K
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 87,105 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 87,104 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1600?

Based on 3,410 MOT tests across 387 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
1,092
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
387
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 203
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 146
position lamp(s) not working 119
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 118
Headlamp aim too low 96
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FWD 611K is a 1972 Volkswagen 1600 in Red 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 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 42,412 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 1600 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 203 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FWD 611K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen 1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FWD 611K?

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What year was FWD 611K registered?

FWD 611K is a 1972 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 6 April 1972.

Is FWD 611K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWD 611K 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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