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HFN 21L

1973 Volkswagen Transporter

Cream Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,511 mi
Last recorded27,511 miles
Recorded on27 May 2019
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Transporter54,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFN 21L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1973
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2019 27,511 miles

Rear fog lamp not fitted/requirement but recommended for future use

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

exhaust tip/bracket damaged but still secure

Pass 14 May 2018 27,422 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 27,340 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 27,090 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 26,895 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 26,702 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 25,776 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Lower Steering column flexible coupling insecure (2.1.5)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 25,776 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 24,971 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 24,335 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 24,335 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Steering retaining device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 24,035 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 22 Apr 2009 24,031 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 22,699 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 22,697 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 21,123 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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HFN 21L is a 1973 Volkswagen Transporter in Cream with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 54,771 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HFN 21L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HFN 21L registered?

HFN 21L is a 1973 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 2 April 1973.

Is HFN 21L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFN 21L shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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