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SPL 768M

1973 Volkswagen 1600

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,832 mi
Last recorded37,832 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen 160052,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPL 768M
MakeVolkswagen
Model1600
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 37,832 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 35,696 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 35,069 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 34,394 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 343,780 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle on full lock (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle on full lock (4.1.D.2)

Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle n/s/r/ bump stop (4.1.D.2)

Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle o/s/r bump stop (4.1.D.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid completely miss's the screen (8.2.3)

Front slight play in steering box

Pass 27 Apr 2006 31,734 miles

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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SPL 768M is a 1973 Volkswagen 1600 in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen 1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 52,495 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SPL 768M, 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 53 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 SPL 768M?

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What year was SPL 768M registered?

SPL 768M is a 1973 Volkswagen 1600, first registered on 6 September 1973.

Is SPL 768M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPL 768M shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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