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OTE 617K

1972 Volkswagen Multivan

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

59,059 mi
Last recorded59,059 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Multivan57,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTE 617K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2018 59,059 miles

patches of corrosion

Pass 24 Jun 2016 59,036 miles

n/s/f and o/s/r tyre perished

o/s/f tyre tread low and perished

patches of corrosion

Pass 8 Apr 2015 58,901 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all 4 tyres perished

Pass 23 Jul 2013 58,468 miles

headlamp main beam tell tale not working

n/s indicator tell tale not working

n/s/f o/s/f and o/s/r tyres perished

o/s/f wiper slit

Fail 22 Jul 2013 58,458 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

headlamp main beam tell tale not working

n/s indicator tell tale not working

n/s/f o/s/f and o/s/r tyres perished

o/s/f wiper slit

Pass 8 Jun 2012 58,094 miles

patches of corrosion

Pass 15 Apr 2011 57,318 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

nearside and offside front wheel bearings slight play

nearside front lower ball joint rubber split

Pass 27 Apr 2010 56,973 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 56,298 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 56,298 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 55,776 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 2 Nov 2006 54,601 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 54,601 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 53,784 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Multivan?

Based on 9,554 MOT tests across 618 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
4,129
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
618
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 220
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 214
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 213
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 209
Stop lamp not working 193
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OTE 617K is a 1972 Volkswagen Multivan in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 57,318 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Multivan fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OTE 617K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Multivan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OTE 617K registered?

OTE 617K is a 1972 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 12 June 1972.

Is OTE 617K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTE 617K shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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