14 Model Years Analyzed
Volkswagen 1600
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1956-2018), based on 31 DVSA recorded tests.
93.5%
Average Pass Rate
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Most Tested Year
1971 Volkswagen 1600 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.
- 2A battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier
- 3Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 50% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on a steered axle
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Volkswagen 1600?
The Volkswagen 1600 has an average 93.5% MOT pass rate across model years 1956 to 2018, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen 1600?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Volkswagen 1600 across all years are: brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle., a battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier, brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 50% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on a steered axle. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Volkswagen 1600 year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Volkswagen 1600 model years.