1971 Volkswagen Kombi 1.5L Diesel · MCY 401J
1971 Volkswagen Kombi (1.5L, diesel). First registered 01/01/1971. Recorded mileage 77,582 miles. MOT valid until 24/03/2027. Taxed until 01/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN KOMBI
- Year / Origin
- 1971 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/05/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,582 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 1971
- Engine
- 1493cc
MCY 401J Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
- 77,582 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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MCY 401J Mileage History
- 12/02/202257,516 mi
- 14/03/202360,856 mi+3,340 mi
- 05/03/202464,579 mi+3,723 mi
- 07/03/202577,650 mi+13,071 mi
- 25/03/202677,582 mi-68 mi
Average of roughly 4,880 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
MCY 401J MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1971 Volkswagen Kombi (MCY 401J) between February 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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