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HVA 16D

1966 Volkswagen 1300

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

57,729 mi
Last recorded57,729 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 1966 Volkswagen 130069,377 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVA 16D
MakeVolkswagen
Model1300
Year1966
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 57,729 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 5 Jan 2017 57,729 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 57,057 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 54,877 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 54,649 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 54,649 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 46,739 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 46,737 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 44,590 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 44,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen 1300?

Based on 685 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
791
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 58
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 57
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 42
Horn not working 34
Headlamp aim too high 31
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HVA 16D is a 1966 Volkswagen 1300 in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1966 Volkswagen 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.5% with a typical mileage of 69,377 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 1300 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HVA 16D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 60 years old, this Volkswagen 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HVA 16D registered?

HVA 16D is a 1966 Volkswagen 1300, first registered on 8 June 1966.

Is HVA 16D safe to buy?

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