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1975 Volkswagen 1.8L Petrol · SDV 172N

SDV 172N

1975 Volkswagen (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 1975. Recorded mileage 37,903 miles. MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN
Year / Origin
1975 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 10 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
Recorded Mileage
37,903 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 10 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jan 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1975
Engine
1800cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently maintains a stable roadworthiness status following a clean pass in November 2025 at 37,903 miles. This result represents a significant improvement compared to the comprehensive failure recorded in February 2024. While the 2024 test revealed multiple safety-related defects, the subsequent consecutive passes without any recorded advisories indicate that the owner has addressed the necessary mechanical and electrical repairs to bring the car back to a roadworthy standard. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 51-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 743 miles per year. The data shows a period of stagnation between 2022 and 2025, where the artwork only advanced from 37,897 to 37,903 miles. This 패턴 suggests the car is used sparingly or kept stored for long durations. While low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain, it increases the risk of degradation in rubber components and fluid systems due to lack of operation. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the braking system, given the 2024 failure involving a leaking brake master cylinder and play in the rear wheel bearing. These are critical items that require the buyer to verify that all leaks have been rectified and that the bearings are properly seated. The buyer should also inspect the fuel cap seal and artwork wiper assembly, as these were previously identified as points of failure. Given the low mileage and age of the vehicle, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the chassis and perished rubber hoses is essential, as these issues often manifest in vehicles that remain stationary for extended periods.
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SDV 172N Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/11/2025
  • 37,903 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)

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SDV 172N MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 08:13
MOT Analysis

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 1975 Volkswagen Unknown (SDV 172N) between February 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 11 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 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: “Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))”; “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.

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ADVISORY

SDV 172N Mileage History

  1. 18/02/202237,897 mi
  2. 13/02/202337,903 mi+6 mi
  3. 06/02/202437,903 mi
  4. 23/02/202437,903 mi
  5. 11/11/202537,903 mi

Average of roughly 2 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
1 dangerous defects found recently
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