The road tax status for FAB 149J is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for FAB 149J?

The MOT for FAB 149J is valid and due for renewal on or before 14 March 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of FAB 149J?

The recorded mileage for FAB 149J is 17,592 km, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is FAB 149J ULEZ compliant?

No, FAB 149J does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1971 Volkswagen 1600 1.6L Petrol · FAB 149J

FAB 149J

1971 Volkswagen 1600 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/01/1971. Recorded mileage 17,592 km. MOT valid until 14/03/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN 1600
Year / Origin: 1971 · Nottingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 14/03/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Odometer: 17,592 km
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Odometer: 17,592 km
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1971
Engine: 1584cc

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FAB 149J Key Findings

21 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 04/03/2026
17,592 km recorded at latest MOT
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring steering items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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FAB 149J Odometer History

06/03/20065,840 mi
12/03/20077,473 km
29/02/20088,266 km+793 km
17/02/20098,667 km+401 km
22/02/20109,652 km+985 km
21/02/201110,591 mi
17/02/201211,327 km
18/02/201312,785 km+1,458 km
17/02/201413,617 km+832 km
05/03/201514,179 mi
23/02/201614,651 km
17/02/201714,924 km+273 km
23/02/201815,649 km+725 km
18/02/201916,399 km+750 km
18/02/202016,855 km+456 km
17/02/202116,994 km+139 km
22/02/202217,062 km+68 km
07/03/202317,346 km+284 km
05/03/202417,457 km+111 km
05/03/202517,551 km+94 km
04/03/202617,592 km+41 km

Average of roughly 588 km per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.

FAB 149J MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Oct 2026, 22:24

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

21 MOT tests are recorded for this 1971 Volkswagen 1600 (FAB 149J) between March 2006 and March 2026.

The record contains 21 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 22 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (8 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 22 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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