1971 Volkswagen Baywindow 1.6L Petrol · KGJ 23K
1971 Volkswagen Baywindow (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1971. Recorded mileage 49,457 miles. MOT valid until 30/03/2027. Taxed until 01/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BAYWINDOW
- Year / Origin
- 1971 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/06/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 49,457 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1971
- Engine
- 1594cc
KGJ 23K Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/03/2026
- 49,457 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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KGJ 23K Mileage History
- 16/05/202445,119 mi
- 01/04/202547,310 mi+2,191 mi
- 01/04/202547,310 mi
- 12/03/202649,457 mi+2,147 mi
- 13/03/202649,457 mi
Average of roughly 2,379 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KGJ 23K 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 Baywindow (KGJ 23K) between May 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (6 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassi”.
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